LSW Social Worker: Care Coordination & Advocacy

Carle Health; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a social worker to join an interdisciplinary team, providing psychosocial assessments, counseling, and advocacy to support patient access to care. The role emphasizes collaboration with care teams, education on directives, and coordination with community resources.

The position requires a Master's in Social Work, state licensure, and ability to travel to UPH facilities or patient homes as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of social work process and patient advocacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams.
• Awareness of cultural diversity and healthcare resources.

Responsibilities

• Performs psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs and barriers to care.
• Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling to patients and families.
• Educates on Advanced Directives and facilitates care planning conversations.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources and refers to health and social services.
• Assists with care transitions and collaborates for patient safety and continuity of care.
• Documents assessments and referrals in the electronic health record.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Social work knowledge

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

Job description

Carle Health seeks a social worker to join an interdisciplinary team, providing psychosocial assessments, counseling, and advocacy to support patient access to care. The role emphasizes collaboration with care teams, education on directives, and coordination with community resources.

The position requires a Master's in Social Work, state licensure, and ability to travel to UPH facilities or patient homes as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.