Pediatric Medical Social Worker (Bilingual Spanish)

Lurie Children's; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO & Holidays

Parental leave

403(b) retirement plan with employer 5

Life & disability coverage

Job summary

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is hiring a Medical Social Worker to coordinate services for pediatric patients and families. The role emphasizes discharge planning, crisis intervention, and community referrals within a multidisciplinary team.

Spanish-speaking ability is strongly preferred, and a CSWE-accredited MSW with IL licensure is required. The position offers full‑time hours in the Streeterville area, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to support vulnerable families

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current Illinois State Social Work licensure (LSW) required; LCSW preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish language abilities strongly preferred.
• Experience in health care, child welfare, or mental health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates service delivery with families and team members across the continuum.
• Reviews inpatient census with the case manager and addresses discharge barriers.
• Identifies and responds to child and family needs, including developmental, psychosocial, and cultural factors.
• Maintains professional boundaries and documents in adherence with standards.
• Participates in rounds, team planning, and discharge planning with community linkages.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

Job description

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is hiring a Medical Social Worker to coordinate services for pediatric patients and families. The role emphasizes discharge planning, crisis intervention, and community referrals within a multidisciplinary team.

Spanish-speaking ability is strongly preferred, and a CSWE-accredited MSW with IL licensure is required. The position offers full‑time hours in the Streeterville area, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to support vulnerable families