LVMG- Social Worker

Lutheran Village at Millers Grant is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Social Worker to join our mission-driven community.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with participation in a weekend Manager-on-Duty rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support to help residents adjust to illness, transitions, crisis situations, and end-of-life issues.
• Identify and coordinate delivery of mental health services in collaboration with the Consulting Psychiatrist.
• Offer supportive services to families, particularly during bereavement.
• Serve as a resident advocate, ensuring compliance with resident rights under federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate and facilitate support groups for residents and families, as requested.
• Interview residents/guardians to collect necessary documentation and obtain required signatures.
• Explain facility services, care procedures, billing, and policies to residents and families.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all social work interventions and communications.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations, Maryland COMAR 10.07.14 and 10.07.02, and professional Code of Ethics.
• Assist with developing and updating social work policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit reports, recommendations, and plans of correction for survey deficiencies.
• Attend and actively participate in Resident Review Team (RRT) meetings and clinical supervision (minimum 3 hours/month).
• Assist in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the Social Work program.
• Support mission-driven care by maintaining cooperative relationships with residents, families, community services, and staff.
• Maintain flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Share on-call responsibilities for Residential Living, including after-hours and weekend coverage.
• Provide cross-coverage for social work services across all levels of residency, as directed.
• May manage resident admissions, discharges, and transfers in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to assess and facilitate potential admissions as needed.
• Maintain accurate bed availability, census records, and admission/discharge logs as required.
• Obtain Maryland Social Work License within 90 days of employment.
• Maintain current CPR certification.
• Complete all required continuing education per the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university, with completion of a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Master’s degree preferred.
• Current, active Social Work license in good standing issued by the Maryland State Board of Social Work Examiners; licensure must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Demonstrated understanding of the aging process and the unique psychosocial needs of older adults.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrating a cooperative, respectful, and compassionate approach to colleagues and resident care.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Generous 403(b) retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Professional development opportunities
• Scholarship programs
• A culture of caring, collaboration, and support