Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Ascension Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Financial security & retirement

Time to recharge

Career growth

Emotional well-being

Family support

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension Saint Joseph in Chicago, IL seeks a licensed behavioral health professional to support the Adult Inpatient Unit on the day shift. You will plan care across the continuum, monitor progress, and advocate for resources to remove barriers for patients and families.

Ideal candidates hold IL licensure (various categories) and a master’s degree in behavioral sciences; LPC/LSW licensure is required and behavioral health experience is preferred. Collaborative, patient-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required
• LPC/LSW licensure required
• Behavioral Health experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Create a plan for care across the continuum, integrating patient/family preferences and values.
• Monitor patient care through assessments, evaluations and/or patient records.
• Advocate for resources and removal of barriers.
• Maintain ongoing dialog with supervisor and other health providers to ensure effective implementation of health plan.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience / Associate's degree / Technical degree / 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph

• Department: Adult Inpatient Unit

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Create a plan for care across the continuum, integrating patient/family preferences and values.

• Monitor patient care through assessments, evaluations and/or patient records.

• Advocate for resources and removal of barriers.

• Maintain ongoing dialog with supervisor and other health providers to ensure effective implementation of health plan.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• One or more of the following required:

• Clinical Counselor credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Counselor credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Social Worker credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Therapist specializing in Marriage & Family credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Science, Social Science, or Psychology required

• LPC/LSW licensure required

• Behavioral Health experience preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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