Social Services Director

Tutera Senior Living and Health Care

Social Services Director leading social services operations at Benton Rehab and Healthcare Center. Responsible for managing department per NASW guidelines and promoting resident dignity and well-being.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeBenton • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for planning, developing, organizing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of the Social Services department in accordance with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and in compliance with Federal, State, and Local guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and governing agencies.
Foster a climate, policies, and routines that enable residents to maximize their individuality, independence, and dignity.
Provide, develop, and/or aid in the access of services to meet psychosocial, mental, and emotional needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A fire and passion for working with seniors
A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
Certified, licensed, or registered in the state of practice
Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services field required
Minimum of one year of supervisory social work experience in a health care setting working primarily with the geriatric population required
Minimum of two years of prior experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
Professional image in both appearance and behavior
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Advanced Pay
Financial Literacy Classes
Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
Child Care Discount
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) for Eligible Locations
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Exclusive Tutera Perks
Tutera University
Advancement Opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

supervisory social work experiencepsychosocial servicesmental health servicesemotional support services

Soft Skills

flexibilityenergetic personalityexcellent written communicationexcellent oral communicationprofessional image

Certifications

licensed social workercertified social worker