Social Worker, Patient​/Health Advocate

At Cura Health, we are looking for a compassionate, experienced, and dedicated Social Worker to join our team. The Social Worker plays a vital role in supporting the psychosocial well-being, rights, and quality of life of our residents while ensuring they and their families feel supported throughout their care journey. This position serves as an important connection between residents, families, staff, providers, and community resources while promoting dignity, independence, and resident-centered care.

If you are passionate about advocating for others, building meaningful relationships, and making a positive difference in the lives of residents and families, Cura Health is a great place to grow your career. We are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where team members are empowered to communicate, problem-solve, and work together to provide an exceptional resident experience.

The Social Worker assists with psychosocial assessments, care planning, admissions and discharge planning, resident and family support, community resource coordination, resident rights, and addressing concerns or changes in psychosocial needs. Working closely with nursing, therapy, activities, providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker helps ensure each resident receives individualized support based on their needs, preferences, and goals.

Join Cura Health and become an essential member of a team that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and families every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and support individualized care planning.
• Serve as an advocate and resource for residents and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning and safe transitions of care.
• Participate in care conferences and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Support residents with adjustment, behavioral health, grief, and other psychosocial needs.
• Assist residents and families with community resources and supportive services.
• Promote resident rights, dignity, choice, and quality of life.
• Address resident and family concerns and assist with conflict resolution.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support facility quality improvement, compliance, and survey readiness efforts.

Degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field preferred.

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) preferred, but not required.

Previous experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, healthcare, or social services preferred.

Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

Compassionate, resident-centered approach with strong problem-solving and advocacy skills.

Cura Health, established in Kuwait in 1963, is a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to delivering high-quality products and innovative healthcare solutions for enhanced community wellbeing.

Retail Health and Personal Care Products Retail

Company size 501–1,000 employees

Company type Privately held Founded 1963

Team growth

Momentum

14% in 12 mo

74 employees on Linked In

Where they work

Headquarters Salmiya

Company Cura Health