Clinical Social Worker – Healthcare

Careerwebsite; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to enhance our community services department. You will provide expert psychological support and case management to diverse patient groups, developing treatment plans and collaborating with health care professionals to implement comprehensive care solutions.

The role emphasizes strong clinical skills, collaboration with teams, crisis response, and ongoing documentation to improve health outcomes for the community we serve.

Qualifications

• Must have licensure as a Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent.
• Strong clinical and psychosocial assessment capabilities.
• Familiarity with therapeutic interventions and care planning.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems for documentation.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to implement therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
• Advocate for patient access to community resources.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and workshops for patients and their families.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of patient interactions and services provided.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Stress management

Case management

EHR proficiency

Job description

Carle Health, renowned for integrating advanced medical treatment with community-based care, is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to enhance our community services department. This role is pivotal in providing expert psychological support and case management services to diverse patient groups within the community, aligning with our mission to markedly improve health outcomes. The ideal candidate will leverage their clinical skills to assess patient needs, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement comprehensive care solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to implement therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
• Advocate for patient access to community resources.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and workshops for patients and their families.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of patient interactions and services provided.

Required Skills

• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Expertise in case management and therapeutic intervention.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Certification in mental health first aid is desirable.