School-Based Medical Social Worker - Adolescent Health

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Premium pay for shift/on-call/holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Social Worker for the ETHS SBHC in Evanston, IL. The role is full-time (32 hours/week) with hours Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm, no weekends. The Social Worker will support continuum of care, advocate for patients, and work within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work and an Illinois LSW or preferred LCSW. Experience with adolescents is required; 1–2 years in acute care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work is required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois is preferred.
• Experience with adolescents is required.
• 1–2 years of social work experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement program policies and procedures.
• Coordinate social work services and referrals between the program and other agencies.
• Conduct individual assessments and short-term treatment for emotional problems.
• Provide crisis intervention and group treatment for psychosocial issues.
• Educate teachers, students, and guardians on mental health topics.
• Collaborate with school staff, sponsoring agency, and community partners.

Skills

Adolescent experience

Team collaboration

Cultural humility

Spanish language

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

Job description

Endeavor Health is seeking a Medical Social Worker for the ETHS SBHC in Evanston, IL. The role is full-time (32 hours/week) with hours Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm, no weekends. The Social Worker will support continuum of care, advocate for patients, and work within an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work and an Illinois LSW or preferred LCSW. Experience with adolescents is required; 1–2 years in acute care is preferred.