Licensed Social Worker-Director of Social Work

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, located in New Hyde Park, NY, is conducting a search for a Licensed Social Work Director to oversee our Social Services division at our world-class skilled nursing facility located on the Queens-Long Island border. Reporting to the Vice President for Patient Care Services, the Director of Social Work provides departmental oversight, clinical education and administrative supervision to encompass regulatory guidance for patient care, patient and family education, clinical leadership and management of the Social Work staff.

Working at Parker

The Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, conveniently located on the Queens-Nassau County border in New Hyde Park, New York, is a non-profit health care facility that offers short term rehabilitation, sub-acute care and nursing home care, as well as community-based health care; encompassing adult day health care, home health care, and a hospice program that serves terminally ill patients in their own homes or in nursing facilities, including Parker's nursing home.

Quality care means hiring quality people, and Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation has a longstanding reputation for excellence and innovation in resident and patient care.

In addition to a friendly, collaborative environment and exciting career-growth opportunities, Parker Jewish Institute also offers these convenience factors:

• A modern, safe and secure campus conveniently located on the Queens/Nassau County border that is easily accessible by public transportation or auto
• Free parking
• A superb, low-cost employee cafeteria
• Central to excellent housing, superior school districts and excellent shopping
• A variety of nearby child care options, colleges and universities

Position Overview:

In this high-profile role working alongside with caring, dedicated, and experienced senior leadership, the Director of Social Work oversee the clinical and departmental practices and standards while working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team of care to lead the delivery of social services to the residents and patients of Parker.

What Makes this a Great Opportunity?

This is a hands-on clinical leadership role in a renowned health care facility among innovative and committed leaders in the industry. Excellent professional environment providing an opportunity to learn, grow and have an impact on the overall results.

Competitive compensation and benefits package including 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision and more.

Qualifications:

Although not all inclusive, these are the key attributes we are seeking:

• New York State Social Worker License (LMSW or LCSW)
• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program
• 5+ years of social work experience; prior experience working in a skilled nursing facility strongly preferred
• At least three years of demonstrated leadership experience
• Knowledgeable in Medicare and Medicaid regulations
• Demonstrate leadership ability, lead teams, empower staff, organized and detailed oriented
• Manages interruptions to triage resident care priorities and changing situations
• Communicates effectively and works well with others, is cooperative and helpful
• Delegates well and respects others
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19