Social Worker-BSW LBSW

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Bloomington Hospital is seeking a Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs, interview patients and families, and coordinate discharge planning. You will connect patients with community resources and support programs, while collaborating with the care team to overcome barriers to care.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) with at least 3 years in healthcare, and Indiana LBSW licensure by Oct 5, 2025 (or within 6 months of hire).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) required.
• Minimum of 3 years in healthcare, social work, or related fields.
• Indiana LBSW licensure required for all new hires by Oct 5, 2025; those hired before must obtain licensure within 6 months; LSW licensure must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face interviews with patients and families to assess social history and psychosocial needs.
• Identify barriers to care and assist patients in accessing social support programs and community resources.
• Liaise between healthcare providers, patients, families, and outside agencies to facilitate communication and support.
• Provide solution-focused assistance related to medical conditions and hospitalization.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop discharge plans and resource development strategies.

Skills

Assessment & discharge planning

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Legal/regulatory knowledge

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Social Worker

Location: Bloomington Hospital

Position Type: Full-Time Day, Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Position Overview: The Social Worker meets face-to-face with patients and families to assess psychosocial needs and provide support related to social support programs and community resources. This role involves interviewing patients and relatives to gather social history relevant to medical conditions and care planning. The social worker assists patients in overcoming barriers that may impede their ability to obtain maximum benefits from medical care, acting as a liaison between medical, nursing, outside agencies, and patients/families. The goal is to deliver solution-focused assistance tailored to each patient's medical and hospitalization needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct face-to-face interviews with patients and families to assess social history and psychosocial needs.
• Identify barriers to care and assist patients in accessing social support programs and community resources.
• Serve as a liaison between healthcare providers, patients, families, and outside agencies to facilitate effective communication and support.
• Provide solution-focused assistance related to medical conditions and hospitalization.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop discharge plans and resource development strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) required.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in healthcare, social work, or related fields.
• Licensure: Permanent Indiana LBSW licensure required for all new hires effective October 5, 2025.
• Incumbents prior to this date must obtain their LBSW licensure within 6 months of hire.
• Incumbents with their LSW are required to maintain licensure.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong assessment, resource development, and discharge planning skills.
• Excellent communication, planning, and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of state and county adult and child protective legal mandates.
• Understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan.
• Experience in adapting services to diverse populations geographically, culturally, and financially.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in documentation within electronic medical records.

Join our team to make a meaningful impact by supporting patients’ social needs and promoting effective care transitions.

To learn more about our benefits, visit: IU Health Benefits