Social Worker MSW Hospice

AdventHealth; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Mental health resources

Well-being resources

Pet benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Phone and laptop provided

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a qualified Medical Social Worker to join our team in Illinois. The role involves maintaining patient records, evaluating social needs, and coordinating social services for patients and families across home health and hospice settings.

Required LMSW/LSW license, Master’s in Social Work, and strong knowledge of community resources. Enjoy a full-time schedule with day shifts in the Great Lakes region and mileage reimbursement benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in social work.
• LMSW or LSW license required.
• Broad knowledge of private and government resources.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clinical record information within established standards and time frames.
• Accepts assignment changes and participates in weekend coverage and call rotation.
• Follows department policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Evaluates assigned patients.
• Assists physician and home health team in social factors affecting health.
• Performs home assessments to identify social needs and plans social service support.
• Counsels patients and families to promote health practices.
• Collaborates with community agencies to address unmet healthcare needs and barriers.
• Communicates observations to case manager and participates in team care planning.

Skills

Modality knowledge

Mental health counseling

Resource knowledge

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

120 N OAK ST

City:

HINSDALE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60521

Job Description:

Schedule: Full Time Days
Shift: Days Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Location: Great Lakes Regions covering the North and South Suburbs.

Mileage reimbursement provided: $0.76 per mile

Company provided phone and laptop/iPad

• Maintains clinical record information in accordance with established standards and within established time frames.
• Displays flexibility in accepting assignment changes and readily accepting assignment and patient care responsibilities, including participation in weekend coverage and call rotation.
• Complies with all department policies, procedures, practices, and standards of care.
• Evaluates patients as assigned.
• Assists the physician and home health team in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health.
• Performs home assessments to evaluate potential social needs. Conducts visits to evaluate patient needs and implements a plan of social service assistance.
• Counsels patients and family members to develop attitudes and behaviors supportive of maximum health practices.
• Utilizes community agencies and alternative resources to assist patients and families in resolving unmet health care needs, financial, and environmental difficulties.
• Reports pertinent observations to the case manager/supervisor and attending physician. Participates in the team process through cooperative efforts with team members in developing the patient care plan and team conferences.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with all team members, patients, and families.Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of medical social worker modalities, treatments and skills. [Required]
• Mental health counseling, services to the aged/ill. [Preferred]
• Broad base of available private and government resources. [Required]
• Problem solving abilities. [Required]
• Positive interpersonal communication skills. [Required]
• Basic computer skills required. [Required]

Education:

• Master's [Required]

Field of Study:

• Social Work

Work Experience:

• 1+ social work experience in a health care setting [Required]
• 1+ home health or hospice social work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) [Required] OR Licensed Social Worker (LSW) [Required]
• Auto Insurance (AL) [Required]
• Driver's License (DL) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$53,872.00 - $109,241.60

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.