Director of Social Services (DSS) – Here you’re always essential If you have a passion for helping people, for making them feel safe, respected, cared for and listened to, then your next step is with us. Our team is actively looking to hire a motivated, creative and passionate Director of Social Services, for our Long Term Care Facility, Brigham Health & Rehabilitation Center in Newburyport, MA. It is our mission to provide our residents with customized rehabilitation programs to ensure optimal recovery and superior care. With 58 beds and various amenities, we bring a new level of comfort to the care received. Brigham Health & Rehabilitation Center and is conveniently located near area hospitals. ABOUT THE POSITION: The primary purpose of the Director of Social Services is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Alpha Healthcare is committed to providing care that recognizes each resident’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs beyond traditional nursing procedures and protocols. The SSD must perform all of the duties and responsibilities outlined below using available resources to effectively assist residents to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being for each resident. Education and Experience + Must possess, as a minimum, a Bachelors Degree from an approved school of Social Work, or related field + LSW required + Must have, as a minimum, 2 years Social Services experience in a Long Term Care environment + Minimum 2 year experience in a supervisory capacity in, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility BENEFITS: Brigham Healthcare provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our employees. Current benefits include: + Competitive rates & salaries + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Life Insurance + Paid holidays, Personal days & paid vacation + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Professional growth opportunity We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected under applicable law.