Job Description
Job Description
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.
Location : Falls Church, VA
Pay : Between $80,000 and $90,000 per year based on experience
About the Position
This position is primarily responsible for providing clinical social work services to residents of Assisted Living and The Terrace (memory support) and their families to promote general social and emotional well-being. This position will also provide back-up support to the social workers for Residential Living and the Health Care Center, as needed.
Key Duties
Interviews potential Assisted Living residents from GHBC and the community to complete a social history and cognitive assessment in determining level of care.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.Accomplishes 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).Participates in the weekly interdisciplinary team meeting and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to assist with Assisted Living admission, transfer and discharge planning.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.Job Requirements
An 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 publicA 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 InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceTuition Assistance for Career DevelopmentStudent Loan Repayment ProgramPaid Time OffRetirement 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 RenewalESL classesTutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GEDStaff Emergency GrantsFree Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and MoreAbout 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.