Licensed Social Worker: Patient Advocate & Care Coordinator

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health, dental, vision, life, and long

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Educational Assistance Program

Defined contribution retirement plans

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare seeks a Licensed Social Worker to deliver psychosocial support, advocacy, and resource coordination for patients and families. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop care plans, and navigate the healthcare system with compassion and professionalism.

The role requires a MSW and an Illinois license, with a minimum of 2 years in clinical social work within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Current Illinois Social Worker license is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical social work experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling to patients and families.
• Coordinate resources and connect patients with community services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists for holistic care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with ethics and regulations.

Skills

Assessment skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

EHR documentation

Knowledge of community resources

Patient advocacy

Professional development

Team collaboration

Discretion/ confidentiality

Education

MSW

Illinois Social Worker license

Other relevant social work certifications are a plus

Job description

Riverside Healthcare seeks a Licensed Social Worker to deliver psychosocial support, advocacy, and resource coordination for patients and families. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop care plans, and navigate the healthcare system with compassion and professionalism.

The role requires a MSW and an Illinois license, with a minimum of 2 years in clinical social work within a healthcare setting.