Director of Social Services

German Centre

$85K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master of Social Work (BSW or MSW)
  • Current, unencumbered MA Social Worker license
  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience in a Social Worker role, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
  • Fluent communication skills in English, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and oversight for the Social Services department
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans
  • Coordinate admissions, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and transitions of care
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate social work staff and volunteers
  • Advocate for residents' rights and well-being by facilitating family meetings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) savings and tuition reimbursement
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and sick time
  • Daily living perks such as free meals, groceries, and parking
  • Inclusive workplace with a great environment and rewarding culture
  • Convenient location accessible via major highways and public transport
Full Job Description
Director of Social Services | German Centre Home
$85,000 - $95,000/annually, based on experience
Full-Time

Delivering Solutions that Matter:
  • Provide leadership and oversight for the Social Services department, ensuring residents receive comprehensive psychosocial assessments, care planning, counselling, and ongoing emotional support.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, residents, families, and community partners to develop individualized care plans that promote quality of life, dignity, and resident-centered care.
  • Coordinate admissions, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and transitions of care while ensuring compliance with provincial legislation, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate social work staff, students, and volunteers, fostering professional development and maintaining high standards of service delivery.
  • Advocate for residents' rights and well-being by facilitating family meetings, addressing concerns, connecting residents with community resources, and supporting programs that enhance social engagement and mental wellness.

Qualifications for Success:
  • Bachelor or Master of Social Work (BSW or MSW)
  • Current, unencumbered MA Social Worker license
  • Minimum of 1 year prior experience in a Social Worker role, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care, setting.
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English - both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions:
  • Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
  • Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
  • Perks that support daily living such as free meals, snacks, weekly groceries, and free parking
  • Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture
  • Convenient location & accessibility easily reachable via major highways and MBTA commuter rail and bus


Apply today and become part of our team at German Centre Homes!

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