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Lutheran Services Carolinas
Salisbury, North Carolina

Social Worker

Social WorkerNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Trinity Oaks (Health + Rehab) - Salisbury, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Social Worker – Trinity Oaks Health & Rehab Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday Compensation: discussion upon interview Trinity Oaks Health & Rehab is committed to providing exceptional care and support to our residents and their families. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated Social Worker to join our team and help promote the well-being of our community. Position Summary The Social Worker supports the social and psychological well-being of residents and their families. This role provides education, facilitates communication, maintains accurate records, contributes to care planning, assists with medical reviews and appeals, and performs other related duties that support resident-centered care. Essential Responsibilities Provide in-service education on residents’ rights, advance directives, and the psychological aspects of aging. Facilitate clear, supportive communication among residents, families, and facility staff. Maintain complete, accurate documentation in accordance with CMS, NCDHHS, DFS, and DMA requirements, including social histories, assessments, care plans, discharge plans, and progress notes. Participate in interdisciplinary care-planning meetings to support coordinated, resident-centered care. Guide and support families through medical review procedures and appeals. Attend workshops and training to remain current on best practices in geriatric care. Serve on committees, including the Interdisciplinary Care Plan Committee and the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Committee. Coordinate and facilitate Resident Council meetings to encourage resident participation and engagement. Provide residents and families with guidance about Medicare, Medicaid, and other assistance programs. Gather information about community health and social services and maintain a current resource file. Supervise college students completing approved fieldwork assignments and provide a supportive learning environment. Maintain regular communication with family members, encourage their involvement in resident care, and provide appropriate non

  • medical updates. Advocate for residents within the facility and help ensure that their needs and rights are respected. Participate in required educational programs to support ongoing professional development. Demonstrate Trinity Oaks’ & LSC’s mission, vision, values, and customer service standards in daily work. Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.

Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field that meets applicable state and federal requirements. Experience: At least one year of long-term care experience preferred. Knowledge and Credentials: Specialized knowledge and any licenses required by applicable regulations. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to: Bend, stoop, and lift a la

  • ptop, printed materials, and other items weighing up to 30 pounds. Move throughout the facility as needed to perform job duties. Work in an office environment, including sitting at a desk and using a computer for extended periods. We welcome motivated professionals who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents and their families.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Social Worker supports the social and psychological well-being of residents by facilitating communication, maintaining accurate records, and participating in interdisciplinary care planning. They also advocate for resident rights, provide guidance on assistance programs, and coordinate with families to ensure resident-centered care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field that meets state and federal requirements. At least one year of long-term care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Case managementResident advocacyCrisis interventionInterdisciplinary collaborationRegulatory compliancePatient assessmentDischarge planning

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker at Lutheran Services Carolinas a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work social worker listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Social Worker Career Context

Lutheran Services Carolinas ranks #16 of 17 employers hiring Social Worker on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 30% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
33%
Loan repayment
29%
Sign-on bonus
25%
PSLF eligible
13%

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Work-life snapshot

6.0/ 10
Listing-based score
  • No weekends

Living in Salisbury

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$297k
Typical market rent
$1,282/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.