Medical Social Worker - ER - Days

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Medical Social Worker to provide direct services and counseling to patients and families at Swedish Hospital in Chicago. This role involves working closely with interdisciplinary teams, managing caseloads, and ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards. Candidates must have a Master's degree in social work and current LSW credentials in Illinois.

Benefits

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

Retirement Options with Company Match

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Current credentials as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Illinois required.
• Credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct social work services and counseling to patients and families.
• Manages assigned caseload responsibilities.

Skills

Ability to work with interdisciplinary personnel

Counseling

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Medical Social Worker

• Location: Swedish Hospital, Chicago, IL

• Hours: 8am-4:30pm - Mostly weekend coverage

• Shift: Day shift

• Part time/Full Time: Will consider 8 hours per week or 16 hours per week.

A Brief Summary:

• Provides direct social work services and counseling to patients and families.Shall act in accordance with hospital and department philosophy, the NASW code of ethics, federal, state, and local laws, and other regulatory bodies such as HFAP.

What you will need:

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social work

• One year of social work experience in healthcare setting preferred.

• Current credentials as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Illinois required.

• Credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Illinois Preferred

• Manages assigned caseload responsibilities

• Ability to work with interdisciplinary personnel, patients and families.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Community Involvement Opportunities