Full-Time
Social Services Director
Updated on 9/3/2026
AlignMed Partners
51-200 employees
Medical staffing for skilled nursing facilities
Compensation Overview
$60k - $65k/yr
Gardendale, AL, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
 Social & Community Services (1) |
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- A Bachelor's degree in social work or human services is required.
- Must possess any certifications or licensures required by the state of employment to practice in long-term care.
- Oversee the operation of the nursing center Social Services Department according to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and applicable federal, state, and local guidelines, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Foster a climate, policies, and routines that enable patients and residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity while achieving the highest practical level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being and quality of life.
- Directly supervise two or more Social Services staff, as applicable.
- Remain accountable for Social Services practice, measuring intervention outcomes, and departmental productivity.
- Ensure that a psychosocial assessment is completed for each patient or resident, identifying social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths.
- Ensure that patient and resident discharge goals are identified at admission and documented accordingly.
- Assess each patient and resident for discharge.
- Educate staff about the role of Social Services, the psychosocial needs of patients and residents and their families or significant others, and the problems of aging and disability.
- Serve as the manager on duty on rotating weekends with other department managers.
AlignMed Partners provides a national team of physicians and advanced practice providers who work with skilled nursing and long-term care facilities to improve clinical care and patient outcomes. The service places medical professionals on-site to support care teams and collaborates with facility operators and patients to align goals and deliver consistent medical attention across all care settings. Its differentiator is a nationwide network combined with a focus on aligning the goals of operators and residents, ensuring on-site medical leadership tailored to long-term care. The company aims to raise the quality of care and spark positive change across the full spectrum of care for residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- EMERGE's ANCC-recognized fellowship strengthens recruiting for scarce geriatric APP talent.
- Thirty-seven open roles in August 2026 signal active expansion across facilities.
- Specialty focus on wound, palliative, and psych care matches high-acuity post-acute demand.
What critics are saying
- Al Shaine left AlignMed Partners in January 2026, signaling leadership churn.
- No public funding, revenue, or contract disclosures limit visibility into financial resilience.
- If staffing growth stalls, EMERGE loses recruiting leverage and competitors take facilities.
What makes AlignMed Partners unique
- First accredited LTC APP fellowship, EMERGE, launched on Workcast in 2026.
- 340+ physicians, NPs, and PAs support skilled nursing and long-term care.
- John Loome and Flora Petillo anchor clinical oversight and operations in Kennett Square.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Pet Insurance
Mental Health Support
Employee Discounts
Term and Whole Life Insurance
Short-term Disability
Hospital Indemnity
Personal Accident
Critical Illness
Cancer Coverage
Relocation Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
Performance Bonus
Mentorship Program
Professional Development Budget
Training Programs