Director of Social Services

Omnia Healthcare Group; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Growth opportunities and advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Villa Healthcare is seeking a Director of Social Services to lead and oversee social services across the rehabilitation program at Villa At the Park. You will manage staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide resources to residents and families regarding benefits and community services.

The role requires a bachelor's in social work or related field, with MSW preferred and a current state license. Strong leadership, policy development, and coordination across departments are essential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required.
• MSW preferred.
• Current license to practice in the State as a Social Services Professional required.
• Experience overseeing social services programs and staff is a plus.
• Strong regulatory knowledge and ability to improve workflows.

Responsibilities

• Reviews daily assignments to ensure regulatory compliance and staffing.
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs social service programs.
• Interviews residents or families to obtain social history.
• Explains Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance options to residents/families.
• Refer residents to appropriate social service agencies when needed.
• Collaborates with staff to improve workflows and reduce costs.
• Maintains a network of community and social services referrals.
• Interprets policies to employees, residents, and agencies.
• Keeps up-to-date with federal/state regulations and policy changes.

Skills

Management skills

Financial management

Policy development

Organization

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred

Current license to practice in the State as a Social Services Professional

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Villa At the Park is seeking a Director of Social Services to join their team! The Director of Social Services is responsible for ensuring social services are provided to patients throughout the rehabilitation program, either directly or by managing others in the department.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the Villa Healthcare team and make a real difference in the lives of others.

Director of Social Services Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews daily work assignments to ensure they meet regulatory compliance and provide consistent staffing whenever possible.
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the social service programs of the facility
• Interviews residents or family members as necessary to obtain social history
• Provides information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to the resident
• Refers resident/families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident
• Assists in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished; collaborates with staff and other departments to develop workflow efficiencies and streamline business practices to reduce costs and eliminate waste
• Develops and maintains a community and social services referral file of agencies and organizations that provide assistance to residents
• Interprets the department's policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc.
• Keeps abreast of current federal and state regulations as well as professional standards and makes recommendations in changes in facility policies and procedures to the Administrator
• All other duties as assigned

Director of Social ServicesSkills and Abilities:

• Proven strong management skills, including delegating responsibility to subordinates, performance management, conflict management, and leading through others.
• Must have good financial and management skills.
• Ability to plan and adapt policies and procedures relating to social services
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Director of Social Services Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a human services field including sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, etc. required
• Master of Social work (MSW) or related field preferred
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Social Services Professional.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Villa Healthcare Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Villa Perks, an Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

* The above company benefits apply to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary depending on employment status and location.

Why Villa?

At Villa, we believe great care begins with how we treat our people. When our team members feel supported, respected, and empowered, better outcomes follow for residents and their families.

Whether you're at the bedside or behind the scenes, your work matters here because every role contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and healing. When you join Villa, you are not just building a career. You are becoming part of a team united by purpose.

We support our team members through mentorship, professional development, and a culture built on collaboration, trust, and growth, so you can continue to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Villa Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing both short- and long-term skilled nursing care. We are committed to personalized, integrated care that considers the total well-being of every guest and their family members and goes beyond simply meeting expectations. This commitment is reflected in our empathetic and respectful culture, where we honor individual preferences and needs so each guest can feel at home while working toward optimal health outcomes.

At Villa, we believe in making people better, and our B.E.T.T.E.R. Service Excellence Code of Conduct guides how we show up every day. As a member of the Villa team, employees are expected to uphold these standards by Being welcoming to all, Establishing meaningful relationships, demonstrating Trust and respect, supporting Teamwork, Engaging and communicating openly, and Recognizing one another's contributions.

Villa Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.