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Lutheran SeniorLife·Zelienople, Pennsylvania
Social Worker
The Social Worker acts as a resident advocate and member of the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement person-centered care plans. They also provide educational support to residents and their families while ensuring goals are met.
Social Worker- $4,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment).
Full-Time, Daylight shift; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Social Worker rates start at $21.40 per hour.
Zelienople, PA Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community-based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.
Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.
Passavant Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community where residents can receive as little or as much care as they need.
Become part of a team that values, respects, and appreciates compassionate, person-centered care.
Pursue a deeply rewarding career in a beautiful community with a great work culture and daily opportunities to build relationships.
Find joy knowing you can thrive while making a lasting difference in the lives of older adults.
Social Worker serves as an advocate to the Resident in a person center directed culture.
The social worker is a part of the interdisciplinary team, responsible for identifying and developing care plans that address the psycho-social needs of the resident/patient.
For assigned residents/patients, insure appropriate care plans, act as resident/patient advocate, staff education as appropriate.
Develop goals for residents/patients and work with residents/patients to achieve these goals.
Acts as liaison and provides educational support to residents/patients and their families.
Current License under the Social Workers, Marriage and Family therapists and Professional Counselors Act, or a Bachelors, masters or doctoral degree from an accredited school or program in social work or social welfare. 1 year experience in health or related field. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Candidates must hold a current license under the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act or possess a degree in social work or social welfare. At least one year of experience in a health or related field is required.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, social worker roles in long-term care are often driven by ongoing needs in aging services, care coordination, and discharge planning. These positions can be competitive because employers look for a bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services field plus all state-required certifications or licensures for long-term care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to long-term care experience.