Social Worker Case Management

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage (medical, dental, etc)

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Career development and online learning

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the Adult Inpatient team in Indianapolis, Indiana. This weekend schedule supports patient-centered care across admission to discharge, coordinating with interdisciplinary colleagues to address complex needs.

The role requires a Social Work license, a Master’s in Social Work, and clinical judgment to empower patients and families while navigating resources and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience preferred.
• Must have a Social Worker license.
• Masters degree in Social Work required.

Responsibilities

• Assess complex emotional and social barriers to develop personalized care plans that address each patient’s unique needs and preferences.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to streamline the transition from admission to discharge, ensuring a safe and continuous journey of care.
• Advocate for patient rights and preferences within the medical system to ensure the care provided is respectful and person-centered.
• Empower patients and families through education on financial and community resources, helping them build the stability needed to manage their diagnosis.

Skills

Social Work license

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Adult Inpatient
• Schedule: Weekends, Friday-Monday, 4x10 hours shift, 8:00AM-6:30PM

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assess complex emotional and social barriers to develop personalized care plans that address each patient’s unique needs and preferences.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to streamline the transition from admission to discharge, ensuring a safe and continuous journey of care.
• Advocate for patient rights and preferences within the medical system to ensure the care provided is respectful and person-centered.
• Empower patients and families through education on financial and community resources, helping them build the stability needed to manage their diagnosis.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s):
• Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC). ACM also accepted.
• Certified Social Worker.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• Must have a Social Worker license.
• Masters degree in Social Work required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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