Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team - it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.
Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 - and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we've also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here's what they say makes us stand out:
Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.
About the Position
This position is primarily responsible for providing a full range of clinical social work services to residents of The View Alexandria and their families to promote general social and emotional well-being and to identify their social and emotional needs which may be related to medical conditions. All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the organization by understanding the needs of those they serve. Each resident, staff member and community member will be treated in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding. Employees will subscribe to the organization's commitment to continuous improvement of quality and service.
Key Duties
Interviews potential residents to complete a social history and cognitive assessment in determining level of care.
Provides follow-up Social Work visits to newly admitted residents and documents such visits within ninety (90) days after arrival in the resident's medical record.
Offers direct social work interventions to residents and their families and provides appropriate measures for helping residents in their personal adjustment, emotional and social well-being and accessing of appropriate facility and community referrals and resources.
Documents in the clinical chart appropriate conversations, meetings, and interventions with residents, families/POA, and staff concerning residents as required by Federal and State regulations and TVA policy.
Administers the Mini-Mental Status Exam, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Geriatric Depression Scale, Brief Cognitive Rating Scale, or other comparable assessments as needed.
Achieves certification by the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) to participate in the completion of the Universal Assessment Instrument (UAI) and development of the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) within 90 days of hire. Will complete these documents within the appropriate timeframes as put forth by the VDSS, maintain all associated records, and organize and document service plan meetings with the resident, the interdisciplinary team and family/powers of attorney, on an annual basis and as required when there is a significant change.
Coordinates services to residents of on-site nursing home (if applicable) with medical and nursing staff to include care plans, MDS, and documentation as required by the Virginia Department of Health. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to complete the Minimum Data Set (MDS) within 14 days of resident admissions, quarterly, annually, and as required by change in resident status, and updates information upon any change in resident status.
Counsels residents and families to enable them to discuss and understand their feelings, attitudes, fears and anxieties related to problem solving and to explore alternative solutions.
Coordinates clinical social work services with the hospice social worker for residents who are hospice patients.
Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services to promote cooperation and facilitate related referrals.
Participates in the development and implementation of resident care policies as related to psycho-social aspects of resident care issues.
Participates in the weekly interdisciplinary team meeting and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to assist with admission, transfer and discharge planning. Provides appropriate social work follow-up and completes the VDSS Discharge Notification and Statement form, Assisted Living Transfer Form, social services notes in EHR, and all other necessary documentation as required by Federal and State regulation and TVA policy.
Provides quality resident care by coordinating and facilitating conferences with families/powers of attorney and other interested parties to address problems of adjustment, treatment, and caregiving concerns.
Advocates for resident rights in cooperation with other facility personnel, attends resident council meetings and coordinates a yearly resident rights update for all residents.
Educates on and promotes the completion of Advanced Directives, as required.
Provides assistance and information to residents and families/POAs related to special issues (i.e., US Census, annual TVA tax information letter, voting information, etc.), as necessary
Develops and presents in-service training as required.
Provides Social Work orientation to interns and new staff members within the department, as necessary.
Provides support groups for residents, family members, and the local community when appropriate.
Job Requirements
A BSW or MSW degree from an accredited university; prefer a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW).
Must possess computer skills; prefer experience with electronic medical records.
Prefer to have at least three (3) years experience in social work with at least one (1) year in work with the geriatric population.
Must possess ability to deal tactfully and effectively with residents, staff, family members and the public.
A sampling of our many benefits!
We've got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here's a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance for Career Development
Student Loan Repayment Program
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan- 401(k)
Referral Program: Earn a bonus for referring friends and family!
DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
ESL classes
Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
Staff Emergency Grants
Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More
About Goodwin Living
At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day - one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.
Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.
