Hospital Social Worker: Patient & Family Advocate

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Normal (IL); Vor Ort; USD 39.702 - 68.287; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive pay based on experience

Zusammenfassung

The Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute in Normal, Illinois, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). This role involves providing essential social work services within the hospital, addressing psychosocial needs and enhancing patient care through supportive counseling and resource connection.

Key responsibilities include evaluating patients for abuse, advocating for financial assistance, and collaborating with healthcare teams. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay rates are offered.

Qualifikationen

• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred.
• Connect patients with community resources and support.
• Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments.

Aufgaben

• Work collaboratively with RN Case Manager on discharge plans.
• Respond to healthcare team referrals for patient needs.
• Assess for abuse or neglect and make referrals.

Kenntnisse

Empathetic listening

Crisis intervention

Advocacy for patients

Knowledge of community resources

Ausbildung

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Jobbeschreibung

The Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute in Normal, Illinois, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). This role involves providing essential social work services within the hospital, addressing psychosocial needs and enhancing patient care through supportive counseling and resource connection.

Key responsibilities include evaluating patients for abuse, advocating for financial assistance, and collaborating with healthcare teams. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly pay rates are offered.