Director of Social Work

Centers Health Care seeks a Director of Social Work to lead our Social Work department within Healthcare & Medical Services. This role oversees clinical programs, staff development, and care coordination to ensure high-quality, patient-centered services. The Director will drive innovation, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration while mentoring a diverse team. At Centers Health Care, you'll join an inclusive culture that values continuous learning, creativity, and professional growth in a forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Social Work department, aligning services with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Oversee, mentor, and develop social work staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Design, implement, and evaluate patient-centered psychosocial programs that improve care coordination and health outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements for social work and case management services.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and rehabilitation leaders to integrate social work into interdisciplinary care plans.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing models, and performance metrics to optimize quality and efficiency.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, using data to drive enhancements in patient satisfaction and care transitions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, payers, and external partners to support patient needs.
• Create and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation standards for social work practice.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion within the department, supporting culturally competent, trauma-informed care.

Required Skills

• Healthcare social work
• Clinical case management
• Behavioral health assessment
• Crisis intervention
• Care coordination and discharge planning
• Regulatory compliance (CMS, Joint Commission)
• Program development and evaluation
• Staff supervision and coaching
• Data-driven quality improvement
• Electronic health records (EHR) documentation