Social Worker IHR Evenings

Northwestern Medicine; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Social Worker to provide comprehensive medical social work services to patients, families, and staff within the hospital system. The role collaborates with the Case Manager to help patients adjust to illness, participate in restorative health programs, and address discharge planning needs.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field, LSW/LCSW or MSW/CSW credentials, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Must be an LSW/LCSW or MSW/CSW.
• Strong customer service skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social work services to patients, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with Case Manager to support adjustment to illness and disability and assist with discharge planning.
• Address issues of terminality and participate in restorative health programs.

Skills

PC knowledge (MS Word)

Windows

E‑Mail

Ethical practices

Customer service

Communication skills

Psychosocial assessment

Community resources knowledge

Health care laws/regulations

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

LSW/LCSW or MSW/CSW

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Hours are: 4PM-1AM mostly during the week, with some weekend on call hours.

The Social Worker role reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Social Worker assumes responsibility for providing medical social work services to patients, families, and staff. In collaboration with the Case Manager, this position assists patients and families in adjusting to episodes of acute and chronic illness, in coping with lifestyle changes precipitated by illness or disability, in participating in restorative health programs, in assisting with discharge recommendations, and in addressing issues of terminality.

Qualifications

Required:

• Basic PC knowledge - Microsoft Word, Windows, E-Mail
• Demonstrates an awareness of ethical practices and adheres to a professional code of conduct
• Strong customer service skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must exhibit competence in communication skills, psychosocial assessment, knowledge of community resources, and laws/regulations which impact health care services
• Must be self-motivated, able to work well with minimal supervision, and be able to multitask
• Must possess good listening skills, be customer service and satisfaction driven, and have strong teamwork skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Walking 50 75% of the time
• Must be willing to respond to on-call pages within 45 minutes of call
• Must have a Masters Degree in Social Work or related field
• Must be an LSW/LCSW or MSW/CSW

Preferred:

• CPR certification

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.