Social Worker: Care Coordination & Crisis Intervention

Advocate Health Care; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Oak Brook, IL seeks a licensed Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and ongoing support within a hospital setting.

You will collaborate with the care team, advocate for patient involvement, and coordinate resources across community agencies to ensure continuity of care. A Master’s in Social Work and active state licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensed Social Worker in the state or eligible.
• 1 year of experience in a complex health care system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services to individuals or groups, including screening and psychosocial assessment.
• Discharge planning and determination of social work goals with interventions.
• Coordinate with health care team and community agencies for continued care.
• Assist with utilization management and case planning to improve outcomes.
• Educate patients/families on Advance Directives and assist with execution.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff to resolve care continuity issues.
• Maintain professional relationships and adhere to ethical standards.
• Participate in orientation and unit-based education; contribute to quality improvement.
• Assess age-specific needs and provide appropriate care as per department standards.

Skills

Social work principles

Communication skills

Time management

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Presentation software

Email (EMS)

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Oak Brook, IL seeks a licensed Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and ongoing support within a hospital setting.

You will collaborate with the care team, advocate for patient involvement, and coordinate resources across community agencies to ensure continuity of care. A Master’s in Social Work and active state licensure are required.