Lifespace Communities·Delray Beach, Florida
The Social Worker assesses psycho-social needs, manages care planning documentation, and coordinates move-in and move-out processes for residents. They also act as a resident advocate to safeguard human and civil rights while providing training on resident rights to staff.
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Address: 401 E Linton Blvd Delray Beach, Florida 33483 Pay Range $56,700.00-$77,900.00+ Annual Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team as our new Social Worker today!
A few details about the role: Assess and document psycho-social needs and pertinent social data about personal and family problems related to resident illness and care, and actions taken to meet resident needs. Attend resident care planning meetings and accurately complete social service documentation, including MDS and care plans in a timely manner, in accordance with community policies and procedures, state and federal laws. Assist in the inquiry process, move-in coordination, and paperwork completion processes. Conduct tours as needed and follow welcome procedures for all new move-ins. Visit all new residents upon move-ins to introduce self, community, and review move-in packet, verify insurance coverage and inform of any extra costs for non-covered services. Provide a high level of resident engagement. Complete all required documentation pertaining to advance care planning to include assisting with completion of Advanced Directives per regulatory standards and compliance. Coordinate with residents, families, team members, and other outside agencies/providers for in-house services as needed and move-out planning activities. Act as a resident advocate asserting and safeguarding the human and civil rights of the residents and their families while fostering human dignity and personal worth. Provide training and support to departments and team members regarding resident rights.
And here’s what you need to apply: Master’s degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and one year experience in a health care setting, OR Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field and three years’ experience in a health care setting Licensed Social Worker required by community and/or state regulations. As part of the hiring process and in accordance with Florida law, healthcare candidates who accept a job offer are required to complete a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. This step is quick, secure, and helps us finalize your employment as smoothly as possible.
Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning.
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COMPANY OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations.
For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind.
Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day.
At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates must be a Licensed Social Worker with either a Master's degree and one year of healthcare experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of healthcare experience. A background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required.
Market context
In Florida, behavioral-health roles are typically in steady demand across community clinics, schools, and care settings serving diverse populations. Competition often centers on licensure status, supervised experience, and the ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams while applying mental health ethics and cultural awareness. Review the full posting carefully and confirm your Master’s degree, Registered Intern License, and communication experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can save you time by condensing the original job description.
