Director of Social Services

CommuniCare Health Services; Dyer (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Employer Match

Daily pay option

Job summary

Great Lakes Healthcare Center, part of the CommuniCare Family, seeks a Director of Social Services (LSW) to oversee psychosocial care for residents in our Indiana facility. You will lead social services, advocate for residents, and collaborate with the care team to ensure dignified, person-centered support.

Qualified candidates will have a 4-year degree in Social Work, state licensure, and 3–5 years in healthcare settings, with strong planning and discharge experience.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience in LOCs, care planning and discharges.
• 3–5 years of prior work experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Must be licensed by the State Licensure exam through the State Social Worker and Counselor Board.

Responsibilities

• As Director of Social Services, you will oversee all social and psycho-social functions for residents.
• You will develop and maintain good working rapport with direct caregivers to support programs and residents' psychosocial wellbeing.
• You will counsel family members, residents, and staff as needed.
• You will advocate for residents at all times, coordinating with care staff to meet needs.

Skills

Care planning

Discharges

Resident advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Address:2300 Great Lakes Drive Dyer, IN 46311How good is your vision? How far can you see? Can you look beyond the body's limitations, beyond the constant medical needs, and see the soul inside?Great Lakes Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family, is seeking a Director of Social Services (LSW) who shares our vision, who can see our residents for who they are and find ways to enrich their lives with dignity, joy, and meaning.1st Shift Position AvailableWHAT WE OFFERBeyond our competitive wages, we offer all full-time employees a variety of benefit options including:LifeLTD/STDMedical, Dental, and Vision401(k) Employer Match with Flexible Spending AccountsNOW OFFERING DAILY PAY! WORK TODAY, GET PAID TOMORROW.CATCH THE SPIRIT!When you join the CommuniCare family, you’ll quickly catch the team spirit. Coworkers and residents become family, the workplace becomes a home, and a touch of spontaneity and fun keeps everyone smiling. Our core values promote an environment of respect, courtesy, and professional excellence where you can dedicate yourself to a career you love.Do you have what it takes to be our next Director of Social Services?QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSExperience in LOC's, Care planning, and Discharges.4 year college degree in Social Work or related field.3-5 years of prior work/life experiences, preferably in a healthcare setting.Must be licensed by the StateLicensure exam through the State Social Worker and Counselor Board.YOUR MISSIONAs Director of Social Services:You will be responsible for the performance of all social and psycho-social functions. You will develop and maintain a good working rapport with other direct caregivers to assure their participation in and support of all programs/services to benefit the residents’ psychosocial wellbeing.You will counsel family members, residents, and/or staff members.You will serve as the resident’s advocate at all times, working in harmony with all direct care giving staff to assure that the resident’s needs are being met.THE COMMUNICARE COMMITMENTSince 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional, person‑centered care as a national leader in post‑acute services for individuals with chronic or complex conditions. Today, our more than 105 skilled nursing and long‑term care facilities serve nearly 13,000 residents at any given time.To support our centers and ensure long‑term success and continuity of care, CommuniCare has developed integrated lines of business spanning the full continuum of care. These specialized solutions include chronic disease management, memory care, telehealth services, Medicare insurance plans, behavioral health programs, and comprehensive medical services. Together, they enable us to deliver sophisticated, coordinated, and transformative care beyond the walls of our facilities.Our mission, Serve with Pride, is evident in the quality and consistency residents, families, and community partners have come to expect and trust. With more than 14,000 employees serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by placing extraordinary service above all else.We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to enhance quality of life—creating environments where residents feel at home, employees thrive, and families find comfort and confidence in the care we provide.