Social Services Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

Overview

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Are you a clinical social work professional who thrives on variety, autonomy, and making a meaningful impact across diverse settings? We are seeking a Social Services Specialist Rover to join our regional team. You will be the "clinical hero" who steps in to provide essential support across multiple nursing centers in our region. Whether you are covering a leave of absence, supporting a high-census period, or ensuring a nursing center meets crucial regulatory standards, your expertise will ensure our residents receive the highest level of psychosocial care.

Why Join Us as a Regional Social Services Specialist?
- Dynamic Work Environment: No two weeks are the same. You’ll work with different teams, residents, and communities.
- Professional Growth: Gain exposure to diverse operational styles and regulatory environments, making you a versatile expert in your field.
- Impact: You are the bridge that ensures continuity of care during transitions, providing stability for residents and their families when they need it most.

Position Highlights

As a Social Services Specialist Rover, You Serve As a Champion For Resident Rights And Mental Well-being. Your Core Mission Is To Provide a Seamless Psychosocial Experience Through The Following Clinical Advocacy:
- Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing interdisciplinary care plans that honor the strengths and needs of every resident.
- Navigational Support: Acting as the lead architect for discharge planning by connecting residents with community resources and ensuring a safe, confident transition home.
- Crisis & Transition Management: Providing therapeutic interventions to help residents and families navigate the emotional journey of long-term care.
- Regulatory Excellence: Ensuring all documentation (MDS, Social Histories, and Care Plans) is precise, timely, and compliant with NASW and government standards.
- Collaboration: Working in collaboration with nursing, therapy, and administration to provide a holistic approach to health.

Qualifications

- Bachelors degree from accredited school of Social Work
- Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to practice in long term care.
- One to three years of supervised social work experience in health care setting working directly with individuals preferred.
- Additional certification such as Geriatric Case Management, Hospice & Palliative Care, Gerontology, Clinical Social Work, Health Care, Nephrology, Mental Health, and/or Substance Abuse preferred.

Benefits

- Variable compensation plans
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
- Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members
- On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We Also Offer Several Voluntary Insurances Such As

- Pet Insurance
- Term and Whole Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Personal Accident
- Critical Illness
- Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range USD $37.00 - USD $37.00 /Hr.