Regional Social Worker

Job Summary:

The Regional Social Worker provides oversight, guidance, and support to Directors of Social Work at multiple skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) in Southern New Jersey. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high-quality social services to residents, compliance with state and federal regulations, and implementation of best practices in social work. The Regional Social Worker serves as a mentor, resource, and liaison between facility-level social work teams and regional leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

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   Oversight and Support of Social Work Programs:

   
   
   
   
   • Supervise and mentor Directors of Social Work across assigned skilled nursing facilities.
   
   
   • Ensure consistent implementation of social services policies, procedures, and practices.
   
   
   • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of social work programs and initiatives.
   
   
   
   


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   Regulatory Compliance:

   
   
   
   
   • Ensure social work teams comply with federal, state, and local regulations, including OBRA and CMS guidelines.
   
   
   • Assist facilities in preparing for state and federal surveys, including audits of social services documentation.
   
   
   • Address and resolve deficiencies or areas of non-compliance promptly.
   
   
   
   


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   Staff Development and Training:

   
   
   
   
   • Provide training, guidance, and resources to Directors of Social Work and their teams.
   
   
   • Organize professional development opportunities and foster a culture of continuous learning.
   
   
   • Conduct regular performance evaluations and offer constructive feedback.
   
   
   
   


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   Resident and Family Advocacy:

   
   
   
   
   • Support social work teams in addressing complex resident and family concerns.
   
   
   • Ensure residents’ rights are upheld and advocate for resident-centered care.
   
   
   • Promote family engagement and provide tools to strengthen family communication.
   
   
   
   


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   Quality Assurance and Improvement:

   
   
   
   
   • Participate in facility quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
   
   
   • Identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement in social services delivery.
   
   
   • Develop and implement action plans to enhance the quality of care and services.
   
   
   
   


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   Collaboration and Communication:

   
   
   
   
   • Serve as the primary liaison between social work teams and regional or corporate leadership.
   
   
   • Facilitate regular meetings with Directors of Social Work to share updates, address concerns, and discuss best practices.
   
   
   • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic care for residents.
   
   
   
   


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   Travel and On-Site Support:

   
   
   
   
   • Conduct regular on-site visits to skilled nursing facilities to provide hands-on support and monitor social services operations.
   
   
   • Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new Directors of Social Work as needed.
   
   
   
   

Qualifications:

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  Education and Licensure:

  
  
  
  
  • Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey strongly preferred.
  
  
  
  


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  Experience:

  
  
  
  
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in social work, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role within skilled nursing or long-term care settings.
  
  
  • Regional or multi-site experience preferred.
  
  
  
  


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  Skills and Competencies:

  
  
  
  
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing social work in SNFs.
  
  
  • Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  
  
  • Ability to mentor and motivate teams while maintaining accountability.
  
  
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and documentation standards.
  
  
  • Sensitivity to the psychosocial needs of residents, families, and staff.
  
  
  
  


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  Physical Requirements:

  
  
  
  
  • Ability to travel to multiple facilities within Southern New Jersey regularly.
  
  
  • Capacity to work in an office setting and engage in on-site facility activities.
  
  
  
  

Work Environment:

• The Regional Social Worker will divide their time between skilled nursing facilities in Southern New Jersey and remote/administrative work as needed.