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The Director of Social Services is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and delivery of ... Prepares work assignment sheets, taking into consideration resident safety, the educational ...

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Director of Social Work Join our dynamic team at Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a 140-bed facility committed to providing exceptional care and services to our residents. As a Director of ...

The Director of Social Work is responsible for hospital-wide functions related to the development and maintenance of professional standards and policies for the entire Social Work department for ...

Responsible for consultation and direction of Social Service in a skilled nursing facility. Develops, organizes and implements programs, policies and procedures, conducts case work services and ...

We know social work! The primary requirement to affiliate with Social Work p.r.n. is holding a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree from a Council of Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited social ...

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the social service programs of the facility ... Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.

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How much do director doctorate social work jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for director doctorate social work in the United States is $93,028.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Doctorate Social Work vs Clinical Social Worker?

AspectDirector Doctorate Social WorkClinical Social Worker
Required CredentialsDoctorate in Social Work (DSW or PhD), licensure, and often additional administrative certificationsMaster's in Social Work (MSW), state licensure, and clinical certification
Work EnvironmentAdministrative roles in agencies, universities, or healthcare organizationsDirect patient care in clinics, hospitals, or community settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in leadership, policy development, and academic settings within social servicesUsed in mental health, healthcare, and community service organizations

The main difference is that a Director Doctorate Social Work typically holds a doctoral degree and focuses on leadership, research, or policy, while a Clinical Social Worker holds a master's degree and provides direct clinical care. Both roles are vital in social services but serve different functions within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Director Doctorate Social Work job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,028 per year, or $44.7 per hour.

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The Director of Social Services is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and delivery of psychosocial services to residents. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting resident rights, quality of life, and person-centered care. The Director of Social Services oversees all aspects of psychosocial assessment, care planning, discharge planning, and resident advocacy, and provides leadership to the Social Services department. 

Join us with an attractive benefits offering: 

  • Competitive pay 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • 401K with matching funds 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Employee discounts 
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Student Loan Reimbursement

Responsibilities:

  • Supervises psychosocial support and services provided by Social Worker and Social Services Designee.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizational policies and applicable laws.
  • Interviews, recommend hires and trains employees.
  • Plans, assigns, and directs workflow.
  • Prepares work assignment sheets, taking into consideration resident safety, the educational preparation, experience, knowledge and ability of the persons to whom the assignments are made.
  • Receive calls and find replacements for absent staff as needed.
  • Transfers employees within units as needed.
  • Prepares performance evaluations with the understanding that such evaluations impact tenure of probationary employees and wage increases of non-probationary employees.
  • Adequately supervises assigned staff and assures that those staff are supervising employees assigned to them.

Education and/or Experience:

  • Minimum of bachelor’s degree in social work or bachelor’s degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology; Master’s degree preferred.
  • One year supervised social work experience in a health care setting.
  • Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of federal and state long-term care regulations.
  • Strong knowledge of chronic illness, dementia, behavioral health, and discharge planning.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • Current Social Work license in the state as required by state regulations.
  • LSW, LMSW, LCSW, LBSW, LLBSW, or LLMSW preferred.

Ciena Healthcare 

We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio. 

We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.

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