Director of Social Services

4 days ago

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States Lutheran Life Communities Full time

Start a meaningful leadership career as a Director of Social Services with The Lutheran Home.

At Lutheran Life Communities, you'll join a faith-based, mission-driven organization where team members are supported, recognized, and encouraged to grow. Lead with compassion and help ensure our residents and families receive exceptional care and guidance every day.

Why Join Us?

  • Mission-Driven: Be part of a community dedicated to serving older adults with grace and purpose
  • Leadership Opportunity: Guide and mentor a team of five while shaping resident-centered care
  • Competitive Pay: $80,000–$90,000 annually, with credit for experience
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans for full-time employees
  • Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

  • Coordinate the full admission and transfer process for residents, ensuring smooth transitions and positive experiences
  • Lead the Social Services department, supervising and developing team members
  • Complete and maintain social service assessments, care plans, and MDS documentation
  • Provide support and advocacy to residents and families to enhance well-being and quality of life
  • Serve as the abuse and neglect coordinator, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive quality and service excellence

Schedule:

Full-time, salaried position

Day hours with weekend rotation required

What You'll Need:

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification required
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) with 100+ beds
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Benefits Available to You:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403(b) savings plan
  • Paid time off, including wellness days
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mental health and well-being support
  • Chaplain and employee assistance services

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position's essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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