Social Worker II

St. Luke's Hospital; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one benefits package

Pension Plan & 401K

Competitive compensation

FSA & HSA options

PTO programs available

Education Assistance

Job summary

St. Luke's Hospital in Chesterfield is seeking a dedicated social worker responsible for providing social work and discharge planning services to patients. This role involves developing personalized care plans, addressing both medical and psychosocial needs while maximizing the quality of life for each patient.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW from an accredited program, has previous healthcare experience, and is committed to St. Luke’s values of compassion and excellence. Join our team to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• MSW in social work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program.
• Previous healthcare experience is required.
• Must maintain current PPD and be a licensed driver.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work and discharge planning services for patients.
• Develop personalized care plans with the nursing staff and other disciplines.
• Maximize the quality of life for patients and enhance community health.

Skills

Assessment and planning skills

Team collaboration

Psychosocial support

Education

MSW in social work from an accredited school

Job description

Job Posting

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time. St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship, St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades.

Position Summary

Responsible for the provision of social work/discharge planning services to patients in need of these services. Works in active partnership with the RN care manager, the disease manager and other disciplines to develop and implement a well-coordinated personalized plan to address patient needs across the continuum. The social worker assesses, plans and facilitates options and services to meet an individual's unique and complex needs. This is accomplished by addressing both the individual patient’s medical and psychosocial needs, as well as the resources available. There is a continuing commitment to maximizing the quality of life for each patient and enhancing community health. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.

Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements

• Education: MSW in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Experience: Previous healthcare experience
• License: Maintain current PPD, Licensed driver

Benefits for a Better You

• Day one benefits package
• Pension Plan & 401K
• Competitive compensation
• FSA & HSA options
• PTO programs available
• Education Assistance

Why You Belong Here

You matter. We could not achieve our mission daily without the hands of our team. Our culture and compassion for our patients and team is a distinct reflection of our dynamic workforce. Each team member is focused on being part of something much bigger than themselves. Join our St. Luke’s family to be a part of making life better for our patients, their families, and one another.