Social Services Director
About the job
- 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.
- Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and federal, state, and local guidelines.
- May supervise a staff of up to 2 employees.
- Collaborate with social services staff, the interdisciplinary team, and administration to promote and protect patient rights, dignity, independence, and psychological well-being.
- Maintain good working relationships with center employees, meeting with administration and nursing staff to collaborate and plan.
- Assure a comprehensive psychosocial assessment is completed for each patient that identifies social, emotional, and psychological needs and strengths.
- Educate patients and families regarding their rights and responsibilities, health care decision-making and advance directives, effective problem-solving, and available community resources.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to assist patients with their transition and adjustment to a nursing center and to address behavior or mood problems.
About the company
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
- January 2026 McKnight’s coverage showed a new AlignMed staffing partnership in New Hampshire.
- August 2026 website updates signal active commercialization and ongoing network expansion.
- Its multi-service model fits operators chasing lower rehospitalizations, better compliance, and higher quality scores.
What critics are saying
- Skilled-nursing reimbursement cuts in 2026 squeeze operator budgets and vendor spending.
- Medicaid and Medicare survey citations directly threaten AlignMed clients, contracts, and renewal rates.
- A large staffing or documentation failure can trigger patient harm, lawsuits, and contract losses.
What makes AlignMed Partners unique
- AlignMed’s August 2026 site says 340+ providers serving skilled-nursing facilities nationally.
- It bundles physicians, NPs, palliative care, wound care, and occupational health services.
- Its embedded analytics and on-site staffing target Five Star quality and hospitalization reduction.
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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