Social Worker

Social Worker – Skilled Nursing | Full-Time

Luther Acres | Lititz, PA

Make a difference when it matters most.

When you’re part of the Luthercare team, you do work that matters. As a Social Worker at Luther Acres, you’ll help residents and families navigate important transitions, access the resources they need, and feel supported throughout their care journey.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate social work professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships, advocating for older adults, and collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team.

We’re currently seeking a full-time Social Worker to support residents in skilled nursing at Luther Acres in Lititz, PA. This is an exempt position with primarily Monday-Friday hours and some weekend responsibilities.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We believe taking great care of residents starts with taking care of our team. At Luthercare, you’ll enjoy benefits and perks designed to support you both at work and outside of it, including:

• Daily pay option, giving you greater flexibility in accessing your earned wages
• Employee assistance programs offering mental health and personal support
• Access to the Luther Acres campus gym and pool
• Discounts at Luthercare for Kids childcare centers
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• 20% discount on meals at our on-campus restaurants
• Special dining opportunities throughout the year, including prepared takeout meals and themed dinners

What You’ll Do

As a Social Worker at Luther Acres, you’ll be an important advocate and resource for residents and their families. You’ll work closely with our interdisciplinary team to support residents through admissions, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, transitions, and discharge planning.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building relationships with residents and families and helping them adjust to the skilled nursing environment
• Supporting the admission process by gathering social, medication, financial, and other necessary information
• Helping residents and families understand programs, services, costs, Medicare and Medicaid considerations, and available community resources
• Developing and coordinating discharge and post-discharge plans to help residents make successful transitions
• Participating in interdisciplinary care planning and collaborating with nursing, rehabilitation, and other members of the care team
• Establishing and managing applicant wait lists and helping determine admission priorities based on resident needs and established guidelines
• Coordinating application documentation and orientation for new residents and their families in partnership with department leaders
• Helping residents access services, equipment, counseling, and other resources that support psychosocial well-being and quality of life
• Serving as the Healthcare Center grievance official, as assigned, and helping ensure resident concerns are heard and appropriately addressed
• Coordinating with agencies such as the Area Agency on Aging and Department of Human Services to help residents access available support
• Monitoring resident hospitalizations and changes in placement needs
• Completing timely documentation, regulatory notifications, applications, and other required records
• Following up after discharge to help ensure residents receive appropriate services and equipment
• Supporting Luthercare’s commitment to quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance

What You Bring

Required/Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work
• Three years of directly related social work experience
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and standards and communicate information clearly and accurately

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Social Work

This position may occasionally involve exposure to blood and bodily fluids.

A Community with Heart

Located in the charming, historic town of Lititz, Luther Acres is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with a long tradition of providing exceptional care and services.

As part of Luthercare, a not-for-profit, faith-based and mission-driven organization, Luther Acres offers a full continuum of senior living and care. Nearly 600 residents call the community home, with independent living cottages and apartments, personal care, and skilled nursing available on one vibrant campus.

Ready to do work that matters?

If you’re looking for a career where your compassion, expertise, and advocacy can make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults and their families, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!

Luthercare is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free, healthy, and safe workplace for all team members.