Social Worker
Listed compensation
$27.75-$30.5/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
We are currently searching for a Social Worker to work in the Health Center.
This role assures that the emotional and social needs of all residents are met & maintained on an individual basis in accordance with regulatory guidelines and our established standards and guidelines.
Schedule: This position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm.
This Position Is Responsible For
- Prepare comprehensive psychosocial assessments and care plans for all residents.
- During the Admission process, tour facility and available accommodations with potential residents and family members. Review and obtain signatures for required documentation (see procedure).
- Resident and family outreach – advocate for the residents; contact for the family members.
- Access to community resources and present residents/family member with health care provider availability; includes home health care, hospice, equipment provider, etc.
- Assist with discharge planning; ensuring appropriate discharges to a less restrictive setting (outside health services).
- Will assist with resolving resident/family member grievances.
- Accepts/writes grievances on behalf of party; assist with investigations and follow ups with resolutions. Conducts abuse prevention In-services for staff members.
- Will assist with QA and Audits. Monitors psychotropic medications, mood and behavioral symptoms. Obtains consent from residents or HC Surrogate for psych med use and maintain in psychoactive medications binder.
Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Healthcare Administration, or related field and one (1) year experience in a skilled nursing facility or medically related area.
Our life Plan Community, Westminster Towers, located in bustling downtown Orlando near Lake Lucerne. We hold Joint Commission accreditation, a nationally recognized standard that reflects our commitment to safe, high-quality care.
We are proud to be recognized for excellence in senior care from U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, Newsweek, America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2026, 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Engagement, and 2025 Choice Community Award from Holleran Consulting for Resident Satisfaction.
Total Rewards: Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits.
Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more. Visit Career Benefits | Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.
We Thrive: We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow.
We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @WestminsterCareers and on LinkedIn to learn more about Westminster Communities of Florida.
Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires.
Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at info.flclearinghouse.com
Key Responsibilities
The Social Worker is responsible for preparing comprehensive psychosocial assessments and care plans while advocating for residents and their families. They also manage discharge planning, resolve grievances, and monitor psychotropic medication usage in compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. A minimum of one year of experience in a skilled nursing facility or medically related area is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker at Westminster Communities of Florida a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 6,488 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 32% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$61k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $59k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$61k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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