Social Worker - Nursing Home - 3514273

Social Worker – Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Orange, NJ

A skilled nursing facility in Orange, NJ is seeking an experienced Social Worker to lead and oversee all psychosocial services within the facility. This is a role requiring prior experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting, with direct responsibility for compliance, discharge planning, and resident advocacy.

This position is suited for a professional who has executed social services operations, understands regulatory expectations, and can function as part of the facility’s team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and New Jersey long-term care regulations
• Execute discharge planning processes and coordinate with hospitals, families, and community agencies
• Serve as a leadership resource for residents’ rights, grievances, and care concerns
• Participate in care plan meetings, interdisciplinary rounds, QAPI, and survey preparation
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation and department records
• Collaborate closely with Administration, Nursing, Admissions, and Therapy leadership
• Act as a point of escalation for complex family or psychosocial issues

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as a Social Worker in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or rehabilitation setting
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Proven experience leading discharge planning and resident advocacy.
• Strong knowledge of CMS requirements, resident rights, and survey readiness
• Experience working with Medicare, Medicaid, and community placement resources
• Strong communication and organizational skills

What the Facility Offers

• A stable skilled nursing environment
• Supportive administrative team and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to lead and improve social services operations