Social Service Program Manager Jobs in Westminster, MD

Lutheran Village at Millers Grant is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Social Worker to join our mission-driven community. This position works Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with participation in a weekend Manager-on-Duty rotation.

As a Social Worker, you will support residents and families through life's transitions by providing counseling, advocacy, care coordination, and access to resources that enhance quality of life and well-being. You'll work closely with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure person-centered care while maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

At Lutheran Village at Millers Grant, we're more than a workplace. We're a 5-Star community where team members are valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference every day.

• 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

Make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career. Apply today and experience the LVMG difference!

What You’ll Do as an LVMG Social Work:

• 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.

What You’ll Need as a Social Worker:

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
At Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland (LSMMD), we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and valued. We believe our organization's strength comes from the unique perspectives each team member brings.

LSMMD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring practices reflect our core values of respect, compassionate service, trust, integrity, community, and innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively promote a culture of inclusion and equity in all aspects of our organization.

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