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The Chesapeake Now Hiring A Social Worker

The Chesapeake, a LifeSpire of Virginia continuing care retirement community in Newport News, Va., is now hiring full-time social worker.

Full-time positions offer competitive salaries and benefits. Benefits package includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement plan and generous paid time off. EOE. To apply email resume to [email protected].

Social Worker

The Chesapeake, a LifeSpire of Virginia continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Newport News, Va., is now hiring for a full-time social worker. This person will work to ensure the psychological, social and spiritual needs of residents across the continuum are met. This person will work closely with other disciplines to facilitate superior care and services for our residents. This position serves as a key liaison between residents, families, staff and community medical and social service providers. 

Key Qualifications:

  • BSW, new graduate or an entry-level candidate with a relevant college degree in the human services field. 
  • Previous experience in a management level position within a CCRC, long term care/senior living community preferred
  • Must possess exceptional communication, interpersonal, customer service, and time management skills
  • Knowledge of geriatric care/the aging process and an understanding of practices, procedures, laws and regulations that pertain to a senior living community
  • Ability to work independently and to think analytically
  • Ability to motivate, foster relationships, and promote a high functioning team 
  • Possess strong oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively with families, residents and staff.
  • Ability to plan, organize and implement services and care to residents under the direction of the administrator and executive director