Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services

Montclair Care Center -

Are you a compassionate and driven social work professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and their families? Join our dedicated team as Social Worker, where you'll lead with heart, advocate for residents, and help shape a caring, supportive community.

• Oversee and manage the Social Services Department, ensuring high-quality support to residents and families.
• Assess psychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
• Lead discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and ongoing emotional support.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Supervise, train, and support social work staff.
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate the facility's outreach program or services to families of residents.
• Perform advocacy services on behalf of the residents to ensure that concrete needs are met, such as clothing, laundry, and the resident's personal needs allowance if one is maintained.

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) required; MSW preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in long-term care or geriatric settings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal LTC regulations, including MDS and care planning.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment.
• A chance to truly make a difference every day.

Job Type: Full-time

• Monday to Friday

• Bachelor's (Required)

• Skilled nursing facility: 2 - 3 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person