Director of Social Services - Anthony

Who You Are

You are a compassionate and skilled social services professional dedicated to improving the quality of life for elderly residents. You possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, and are adept at building relationships with residents, families, and staff. Your ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities is exceptional. You have a comprehensive understanding of the long-term care regulatory environment and are committed to maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. Your leadership skills enable you to effectively manage and inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and service.

What You’ll Do

· Oversee quality assurance and improvement for the social services department.

· Develop and implement policies, standards, and objectives for the department.

· Identify and lead new programs to support residents and families.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, including ISDH and Medicaid/Medicare requirements.

· Monitor and respond to all pre-screening and related state/federal paperwork.

· Serve as the facilitator for Resident Council Meetings and address resident concerns.

· Conduct initial and routine assessments with residents and motivate their participation in activities.

· Serve as designated staff for resolving customer concerns and documenting follow-up actions.

· Coordinate residents' relocation and discharge planning.

· Assist residents in acquiring outside resources and benefits.

· Manage and evaluate social worker performance, providing feedback and professional growth opportunities.

· Participate in marketing and admissions activities, providing tours and counseling families.

· Engage in organizational leadership and quality assurance meetings.

· Assist in budget planning and regulatory surveys.

What You Need

· Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field.

· Two years of experience in geriatric social work or services to the elderly.

· Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and assessment skills.

· Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.

· Comprehensive knowledge of long-term care regulations related to social services and admissions.

· Supervisory experience in social work preferred.

Why Join Us?

At Lutheran Life Villages, we bring our core values of Leadership, Impact, Friendship, and Excellence (LIFE) into every part of our work. Here, you’ll find the opportunity to contribute to an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for its staff. Our commitment to Leadership means empowering our team members to grow personally and professionally, inspiring others by example. We’re passionate about making a meaningful Impact in the lives of our residents and nurturing relationships built on Friendship and compassion. By pursuing Excellence in all we do, our employees share in our mission to deliver outstanding care.

As a valued member of the LLV team, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being. With offerings from medical, dental, and vision insurance to paid time off on your birthday, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and retirement matching, we’re committed to helping you thrive. Join us on a purposeful journey where your career and compassion come together!

About Lutheran Life Villages

For over 90 years, Lutheran Life Villages has provided compassionate, spiritually connected care to seniors. Founded as the “Oak Street Home” in Kendallville in 1931, we have grown into multiple thriving senior communities across Northeast Indiana. While much has evolved, our mission to serve seniors remains steadfast, and as we continue to expand, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents, staff, and community.

Lutheran Life Villages offers a range of services for seniors, including assisted living, independent senior apartments, long-term care, memory care, memory care assisted living, and short-term rehabilitation across six campuses. Proud to be an Employer of Choice with a team of over 600 employees, we also serve as a Provider of Choice for more than 520 residents. Guided by Christ’s love, we serve individuals and their caregivers with compassion and a commitment to independence, wellness, and spiritual life.

Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, gender or any status protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence, and performance.