Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Palliative Care

Ascension; Indianapolis, Cary (IN, NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate care to patients facing serious illnesses. This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced clinical skills in assessment and treatment, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. You'll engage in meaningful interactions with patients and their families, helping them navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. With a strong focus on community impact and professional growth, this position is ideal for those looking to make a difference in the lives of others while advancing their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community service opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed within 60 days of hire.
• 3 years of experience preferred in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret tests for diagnosing psychosocial functioning.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on assessments.
• Provide psychotherapy and document therapy in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Crisis-oriented psychotherapy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Care coordination

Ethical decision-making

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Palliative Care
• Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Friday 8am -4:30pm or 8:30am - 5pm - day shift
• Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent
• Location: Indianapolis, IN

Strong understanding of psychosocial issues related to terminal illnessExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and familiesAbility to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare teamKnowledge of community resources and referral systems with ASV and surrounding community

What You Will Do

Apply specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders, conditions and addictions.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and interpret tests and measures of psychosocial functioning for the purpose of diagnosing mental, emotional, behavioral, addictive and developmental disorders and disabilities.
• Develop and implement appropriate assessment-based treatment plans.
• Consult with team managers, statutory and voluntary agencies and patient's relatives to ensure compliance with the patient's treatment plan.
• Provide crisis-oriented psychotherapy as well as short-term and long-term psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic treatment.
• Document patient therapy in accordance with both federal and state regulations

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board obtained within 2 Months (60 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)- preferred. Experience working with individuals facing serious illness or end-of-life issues. Ethical decision-making skills to navigate complex situations. Active listener, Psychosocial assessments, Care coordination, advance care planning and discharge planning

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.