Licensed Social Services Director

Social Worker / Director of Social Services
Skilled Nursing Facility – Maryland


Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift | On-site


Position Summary
We are seeking a licensed Social Worker to serve as Director of Social Services. This role is responsible for ensuring residents receive medically-related social services in compliance with Maryland COMAR regulations and federal CMS requirements, while supporting residents’ psychosocial well-being, discharge planning, and quality of life.


Regulatory & Licensing Requirements (Required)
To meet Maryland SNF regulations, candidates must meet the following:




Active Maryland Social Work License, one of the following:




LBSW



LMSW



LCSW



LCSW-C




License must be in good standing with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners



Experience or demonstrated competency in long-term care / skilled nursing



Ability to comply with COMAR 10.07.02.30 and 42 CFR §483.15




Applicants without a Maryland social work license will not be considered.



Essential Duties & Responsibilities


Provide and coordinate medically-related social services to meet residents’ psychosocial, emotional, and behavioral health needs



Complete and maintain initial social history assessments within required regulatory timeframes (including within 7 days of admission)



Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, MDS coordination, and care conferences



Lead and support discharge planning, including coordination with families, hospitals, and community resources



Provide counseling and support to residents and families regarding:




Adjustment to illness or placement



Advance directives



Resident rights and grievance processes




Ensure accurate, timely, and survey-ready documentation



Maintain confidentiality and provide services in a private and appropriate setting



Ensure compliance with:




Maryland COMAR regulations



CMS Conditions of Participation



Resident Rights requirements




Serve as the facility lead for social services during state and federal surveys



Preferred Qualifications


Prior experience in:




Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)



Long-Term Care



Sub-acute or post-acute care




Familiarity with:




MDS process



Care planning systems



Maryland survey process




Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills



Why Join Us


Strong leadership and interdisciplinary support



Regulatory-focused environment with survey preparedness emphasis



Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident quality of life



Competitive compensation and benefits package



Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of our organization.







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