Medical Social Work Specialist – Discharge & Care Coordination

UI Health; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 67.000 - 119.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UI Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Social Consultant to support complex care patients. You will perform psychosocial assessments, coordinate discharge planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop safe transitions of care.

The role emphasizes comprehensive social work interventions, guardianship considerations, and linkage to community resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes and care continuity within UI Health’s continuum of care programs.

Formación

• Master's degree in social work or related field (MSW).
• Current IL Social Worker or LCSW licensure required.
• Experience with discharge planning in complex patient populations.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Coordinate discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Address financial and placement resources.

Conocimientos

Social Work

Assessment

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Educación

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Descripción del empleo

UI Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Medical Social Consultant to support complex care patients. You will perform psychosocial assessments, coordinate discharge planning, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop safe transitions of care.

The role emphasizes comprehensive social work interventions, guardianship considerations, and linkage to community resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes and care continuity within UI Health’s continuum of care programs.