Licensed Social Worker - Inpatient

Loyola Medicine; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Center on Site

Referral Rewards

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Loyola University Medical Center is seeking an Inpatient Social Worker for a full-time position in the Chicago area. The role involves psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and coordination with hospital and community resources.

Candidates must hold a Master’s in Social Work and an LSW; LCSW preferred. 1–2 years’ hospital experience, especially in ER/acute care, is desirable. Competitive hourly pay and benefits accompany this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Social Work.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required; LCSW preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a hospital setting (ER or acute care preferred).
• Excellent communication and crisis management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychosocial assessment, intervention, evaluation, and education to patient/families as part of care management.
• Identifies high-risk patients and provides information, counseling, and referrals.
• Acts as liaison for transitions and discharges between hospital and community agencies.
• Contributes to training of social work professionals within LUHS.
• Coordinates placement and discharge planning with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Stress tolerance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Loyola University Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for an Inpatient Social Worker.

Employment Type

Full time

Description

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola University Medical Center is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.

What We Offer

• Benefits from Day One
• Daily Pay! Work today, Get paid today
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
• Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
• Referral Rewards
• Strong Team Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities

What You Will Do

• Provides psychosocial assessment, intervention, evaluation, consultation, and education to patient/families as part of comprehensive care management services.,
• Identifies high risk patients from a psychosocial/financial perspective and provides information, support, counseling, care management and referrals to appropriate resources.
• Serves as a liaison for complex transitions/discharges between the hospital and community agencies for the exchange of clinical and referral information.
• Contributes to training of social work professionals as part of the education program at LUHS.
• Facilitates and coordinates details of placement and actual discharge of complex discharges to appropriate agencies. Discusses with interdisciplinary team the discharge plan and any barriers to a safe discharge.

What You Will Need

• Master's degree required in Social Work.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required; LCSW preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience required.
• Experience in the ER or acute hospital setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.

Compensation

Salary Range: $30.00 - $46.51per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.