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Social Worker

Elderwood

Boston, MAFull-time$22.55–28.12/hrPosted 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22.55–28.12/hr
Location
Boston, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Social Work Licensure Or Certification, requiredBachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Social Worker at Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center supports residents and families by addressing psychosocial needs, advocating for resident rights, and coordinating transitions of care. The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team to promote residents’ independence, dignity, emotional well-being, and quality of life. It also includes assessment, care planning, resource education, documentation, and compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Compassion, nice to haveResident-Centered Care, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveInterpersonal Skills, nice to haveRelationship Building, nice to haveAssessment, nice to haveProblem Solving, nice to haveOrganization, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to havePsychosocial Needs, requiredCare Planning, requiredResident Rights, requiredEnglish, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Social Work or Related Field, requiredSocial Work Licensure or Certification, requiredOlder Adult or Healthcare Experience, nice to haveIntermediate English Proficiency, required

Full job description

Salary

$ 22.55 / hr - $ 28.12 / hr

Overview

Social Worker

Supporting Residents. Strengthening Families. Making a Meaningful Impact.

At Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center , our Social Workers play a vital role in creating a supportive environment where residents feel heard, respected, and empowered. As a member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will help residents navigate life transitions, advocate for their needs, and support their emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

This role goes beyond paperwork and care coordination — it is about building relationships, protecting resident dignity, and helping individuals maintain the highest possible quality of life throughout their healthcare journey.

If you are a compassionate professional who believes in person-centered care, meaningful connections, and making a difference every day, we invite you to join the Bear Mountain team.

Why Join Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center ?

At Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center , we believe our team members are at the heart of exceptional healthcare. We are committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to provide outstanding care.

When you join our team, you become part of a culture built on:

  • Performance– Delivering exceptional healthcare and resident experiences

  • Integrity– Doing the right thing, every time

  • Transparency– Communicating openly and honestly

  • Respect– Honoring the dignity of every resident, family member, and team member

  • Communication– Working together to achieve the best outcomes

Additional benefits include:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Supportive interdisciplinary team environment

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Meaningful work supporting residents and families

Why This Role Matters

The Social Worker serves as an advocate and resource for residents and families by addressing psychosocial needs, supporting transitions of care, and collaborating with clinical teams to promote resident quality of life.

This position is essential in helping residents maintain independence, dignity, and emotional well-being while ensuring their needs and preferences remain at the center of care.

The Right Candidate Will Bring

  • Compassionate and resident-centered approach to care

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to build trusting relationships with residents, families, and team members

  • Strong assessment, problem-solving, and organizational skills

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

  • Commitment to protecting resident dignity and improving quality of life

Join a Team That Puts CARE Back Into Healthcare

At Parkway Health and Rehabilitation Center , our mission is centered around providing exceptional healthcare in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Our team members are the heart of everything we do, and our Social Workers make a lasting difference by ensuring every resident feels valued, supported, and respected.

If you are looking for a role where your compassion, expertise, and dedication truly matter, apply today and become part of the Bear Mountain family.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Resident Support & Advocacy

  • Complete psychosocial assessments and identify residents’ emotional, social, and psychological needs

  • Develop and implement individualized care interventions that support resident goals and quality of life

  • Provide support and guidance to residents as they adjust to the nursing home environment

  • Advocate for resident rights, dignity, independence, and personal choices

  • Provide emotional support during challenging transitions and life events

  • Assist residents and families with accessing appropriate community resources and services

Care Coordination & Interdisciplinary Collaboration

  • Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary care team

  • Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, dietary, administration, and other departments to support resident-centered care

  • Participate in care planning meetings and quality improvement initiatives

  • Assist with discharge planning and coordination of appropriate community services

  • Provide education and support to residents, families, and caregivers regarding available resources and services

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to resident assessments, interventions, and progress

  • Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and professional standards

  • Support facility initiatives related to resident rights, quality improvement, and person-centered care

  • Maintain confidentiality of resident information in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required (based on state requirements)

  • Current Social Work licensure or certification required as applicable by state regulations

  • Experience working with older adults, long-term care, rehabilitation, or healthcare populations preferred

  • Knowledge of psychosocial needs, care planning, and resident rights

  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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Posted Date (10/21/2026 7:05 PM)

Requisition ID2026-36363

of Openings2

Area of InterestSocial Work

CompanyElderwood

LocationParkway Health and Rehabilitation Center

Position TypeRegular Full-Time

Salary$ 22.55 / hr - $ 28.12 / hr

Reporting CategoryNon-Clinical

How this job compares

Set against the 3,265 open Social Worker jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$22.55–28.12/hr
  • Massachusetts median$35–47/hr41 hourly ranges
  • US median$31–45/hr928 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $25.34/hr, is 37% below the Massachusetts median midpoint ($40/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Social Worker hourly ranges in Massachusetts.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 179 open Social Worker jobs in Massachusetts and 3,265 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Massachusetts
Experience
Social Worker postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (1,598 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,183 of the 3,265 open Social Worker jobs (67%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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