Social Services Director

Outfield Healthcare Partners; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Outfield Healthcare Partners in Plainfield, Indiana, seeks a dedicated Social Services Director (LSW) to lead the facility's social services program, advancing emotional support, advocacy, discharge planning, and resident rights protection for seniors.

You will collaborate with nursing, therapy, admissions, and leadership to ensure compliant, person-centered care and prepare for state survey readiness.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Indiana.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services-related field.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience working with geriatric residents.
• Strong understanding of discharge planning, care plans, and psychosocial assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Social Services department in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines.
• Complete social histories, psychosocial assessments, care plans, and required documentation.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Support residents and families with transition planning, emotional support, and resident rights advocacy.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality assurance initiatives.
• Assist residents with Advance Directives and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate with hospitals, hospice agencies, outpatient providers, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate documentation within PointClickCare and other systems.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on resident rights, abuse prevention, and psychosocial care.
• Prepare the department for state survey readiness and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Geriatric care experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services-related field

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Full-Time | Skilled Nursing Facility

Lead with Compassion. Advocate with Purpose.

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) Required

Full-Time | Skilled Nursing Facility

Lead with Compassion. Advocate with Purpose.

Outfield Healthcare Partners is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Services Director (LSW) to join our leadership team in Plainfield, Indiana. In this role, you will make a meaningful impact every day by supporting residents and families through care transitions, discharge planning, emotional support, advocacy, and quality-of-life services within our skilled nursing facility. We are looking for a strong communicator and resident advocate who thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment and is passionate about improving the lives of seniors.

Why Join Outfield Healthcare Partners?

• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Opportunity to make a daily difference in residents’ lives
• Stable full-time position in a growing healthcare organization
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Career growth opportunities

What You’ll Do

As the Social Services Director, you will oversee the facility’s Social Services program and ensure residents receive the emotional, psychosocial, and advocacy support they need to thrive.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Social Services department in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines
• Complete social histories, psychosocial assessments, care plans, and required documentation
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals
• Support residents and families with transition planning, emotional support, and resident rights advocacy
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality assurance initiatives
• Assist residents with Advance Directives and psychosocial needs
• Collaborate with hospitals, hospice agencies, outpatient providers, and community organizations
• Maintain accurate documentation within PointClickCare and other systems
• Educate residents, families, and staff on resident rights, abuse prevention, and psychosocial care
• Prepare the department for state survey readiness and compliance

Qualifications

Required

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Indiana
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Human Services-related field
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Experience working with geriatric residents
• Strong understanding of discharge planning, care plans, and psychosocial assessments

Preferred

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care experience
• Experience with PointClickCare or electronic medical records
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, PASRR, and state/federal regulations

Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Compassionate and resident-focused
• Organized with strong documentation skills
• Comfortable leading difficult conversations with empathy
• Experienced in long-term care or post-acute healthcare
• A strong advocate for resident dignity and quality of life
• Able to work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, admissions, and leadership teams

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday-Friday
• Occasional flexibility based on resident or facility needs

About Outfield Healthcare Partners

At Outfield Healthcare Partners, we are committed to delivering compassionate, quality care while creating a positive environment for residents and employees alike. Our team members are valued, supported, and empowered to grow in their careers.

Outfield Healthcare Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.