Qualified Social Worker
Listed compensation
$57k-$78k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Community
Harbours Edge
Address
- 401 E Linton Blvd
- Delray Beach, Florida 33483
Pay Range
$56,700.00-$77,900.00+ Annual
Make a Difference. Build Connections. Change Lives.
Looking for a career where your compassion makes a real impact?
At Lifespace Communities, we're looking for a passionate, people-focused Qualified Social Worker who loves making a difference in the lives of older adults.
This isn't just about providing social services. It's about being a trusted advocate, building meaningful relationships, and helping residents and families navigate life's important moments.
What You'll Do
Be a voice for residents. Advocate for their rights, dignity, and well-being.
Build meaningful relationships. Connect with residents, families, and care teams.
Make transitions easier. Guide residents and families through move-ins, care planning, and changes in care.
Lead with compassion. Provide emotional support, resources, and solutions.
Make an impact. Coordinate personalized care plans, assessments, and social services while ensuring regulatory compliance.
What You Bring
- Master's in Social Work + 1 year of healthcare experience OR
- Bachelor's in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field + 3 years of healthcare experience
- At least 1 year of supervised healthcare experience
- Social Worker license as required by state regulations
CPR Certification
A passion for helping older adults live their best lives!
Why Lifespace?
Purpose-driven work. Meaningful relationships. A team that cares.
Join an organization where your expertise is valued, your contributions matter, and every day brings an opportunity to positively impact someone's life.
Ready for a career with purpose? Apply today and Live Lifespace!
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. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.
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
Key Responsibilities
The social worker will advocate for residents' rights and well-being while coordinating personalized care plans and social services. They will also guide residents and families through transitions, move-ins, and changes in care to ensure a supportive environment.
Requirements
Candidates must hold either a Master's degree in Social Work with one year of healthcare experience or a Bachelor's degree in a related field with three years of healthcare experience. A valid social worker license and CPR certification are also required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 26% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$67k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $57k–$78k | Social Work median $67k (middle half $56k–$73k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$65k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Florida | 312 active | 6,546 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 54% remote · 26% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida social worker listings (all specialties): 3% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment329 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,608 in the last 30 days | 1,361 the 30 days before (+92%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$67k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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