Master Social Worker (MSW) - Fixed-Term Contract

Company: LIFE-NWPA
Location: Erie
Posted on: February 26, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Do you thrive in a role where relationships and communication are at the center of your work? Are you energized by sharing ideas, collaborating on solutions, and celebrating successes together? If so, you may be the perfect fit for our One Senior Care family of businesses — including LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View PACE, and Buckeye PACE. Job Summary: As a Master Social Worker, you’ll be at the heart of our participant experience — forming relationships quickly, listening deeply, and helping seniors and their families navigate challenges with confidence and care. You’ll use empathy, communication, and a warm, encouraging approach to guide participants through their care plans, connect them with needed resources, and help them feel supported every step of the way. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys conversation, collaboration, and making a direct impact through people-centered work. Schedule: This role is structured as a 12-week contract, with full-time, first-shift hours established in collaboration with your supervisor. Duties/Responsibilities: Build trusting relationships with participants and families through open, warm, and empathetic communication. Participate in initial assessments, care planning, and ongoing re-evaluations as part of the interdisciplinary team. Provide individual and family counseling with an informal, supportive, and person-centered approach. Lead group discussions, activities, and programs designed to strengthen emotional well-being and engagement. Listen deeply to participants’ concerns and use your understanding to guide them toward helpful resolutions. Connect participants with community resources and act as their advocate with outside agencies. Serve as a liaison between participants, caregivers, team members, and community partners. Maintain written case management records and complete timely documentation. Support team cohesion by building strong, collaborative relationships across all departments. Participate in program development, quality initiatives, and ongoing training. Communicate participant changes to the team in a clear, upbeat, and collaborative way. Other duties as assigned. Everyone’s journey is unique. Even if you haven’t done it all, your dedication to learning and helping others is what counts. With our training, mentorship, and career development programs, we’ll help you grow and succeed. What Makes You a Great Fit: Naturally friendly, warm, and comfortable forming relationships quickly. Enjoys talking with people, learning their stories, and helping them feel heard. Uses empathy and understanding to guide conversations and influence positive outcomes. Thrives in a fast-paced, people-centered environment with shifting priorities. Values collaboration and prefers to talk through decisions with others. Communicates in an upbeat, lively, and engaging way. Organized yet flexible; can manage multiple conversations and needs throughout the day. CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire — we’ll provide the training!) Education and Experience: Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work (MSW) with one year of experience working with the frail/elderly population. One year of experience working with the frail and elderly population or willing to participate in extensive training as needed. This position requires a valid state driver’s license and reliable transportation. Physical Requirements: Works inside the facility throughout the Participant and office areas. Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and move intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Must be alert for Participant’s safety. Is subject to lifting, carrying, and supporting Participants. Join Us! At One Senior Care, you’ll be part of a compassionate team that makes a tangible difference in seniors’ lives — working together to keep participants safe, healthy, connected, and at home. One Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, health and safety screenings, and any clearances required for healthcare programs.

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