Pediatric Developmental Social Worker - Family Care

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 82 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Chicago's BSD PED - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics section seeks a skilled social worker to support outpatient practice at Comer Children’s Hospital. The role emphasizes care coordination, family support, and collaboration with pediatric specialists to optimize child functioning and transition planning.

The position involves coordinating Early Intervention referrals, leading family-centered care, and documenting progress, with opportunities to impact long-term

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.
• 5–7 years of work experience in social work.
• Experience with Early Intervention (EI) and pediatric care coordination is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Develops and updates care plans and resource referrals for families.
• Attend virtual and in-person appointments with the EI Medical Diagnostic Team.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary visits and intake processes for patients.
• Document care coordination activities and billing related to EI programs.
• Liaise with schools, social services, and community resources to obtain services.

Connaissances

Care coordination

Social work assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formation

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Outils

Qclaims

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Description du poste

The University of Chicago's BSD PED - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics section seeks a skilled social worker to support outpatient practice at Comer Children’s Hospital. The role emphasizes care coordination, family support, and collaboration with pediatric specialists to optimize child functioning and transition planning.

The position involves coordinating Early Intervention referrals, leading family-centered care, and documenting progress, with opportunities to impact long-term