Social Worker-MSW LCSW-PRN

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Indianapolis is seeking a dedicated PRN Social Worker (MSW, LCSW) to join their pediatric and family care team at Riley Hospital. The successful candidate will provide crisis-oriented psychosocial support and case management, developing educational materials and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the best care for children and families. This position requires a Master's degree in Social Work and LCSW licensure, along with relevant experience and crisis intervention training. Join our commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• LCSW licensure required.
• Relevant experience in hospital, mental health, or community-based settings preferred.
• CPI or equivalent de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop patient and family education materials.
• Assist in treatment plan development.
• Facilitate discharge planning and crisis intervention.
• Communicate complex patient and family needs.
• Conduct mental health assessments.

Skills

Crisis intervention techniques

Evidence-based psychosocial assessments

Complex discharge planning

Knowledge of disease processes

Ability to adapt services to diverse populations

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Social Worker (MSW, LCSW) – PRN

Location: Riley Hospital
Shift: PRN (As Needed) – May include on-call and holiday rotations

Join Our Dedicated Pediatric and Family Care Team!
Indiana University Health Riley Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Social Worker (MSW, LCSW) to provide flexible, crisis-oriented psychosocial support, discharge planning, and case management. This PRN role offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful care for children and families in a dynamic hospital setting.

If you are committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health services, we encourage you to apply!

Position Overview

This PRN Social Worker will meet face-to-face with patients and families, collaborating across disciplines to ensure safe and effective care. Responsibilities include:

• Developing patient and family education materials and serving as a role model for students, interns, LBSWs, and LSWs
• Assisting in treatment plan development to resolve psychosocial issues and meet patient needs
• Communicating complex patient/family needs and modeling caring practices
• Assessing psychosocial risk factors, prior functioning, and support systems
• Counseling on emotional, social, and financial impacts of illness/disability
• Mobilizing community and family resources to meet patient needs
• Conducting mental health assessments upon physician referral
• Facilitating complex discharge planning and crisis intervention
• Serving as a point person for child abuse/neglect, elder abuse, domestic violence, and institutional abuse cases
• Acting as liaison with child and adult protective services (APS/DCS) and community agencies
• Providing specialized mental health services, including crisis and addiction assessments and psychiatric referrals
• Supporting acute crisis situations using de-escalation techniques to prevent violence
• Interviewing victims, perpetrators, and family members with sensitivity and professionalism
• Providing intervention related to guardianship, foster care, adoption, and end-of-life issues

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.

Licensure: Permanent LCSW licensure required.

Certifications: Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or equivalent de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.

Experience: Relevant experience in hospital, mental health, or community-based settings preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Evidence-based psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention techniques
• Knowledge of disease processes, human behavior, and social needs across the lifespan
• Complex discharge planning skills
• Familiarity with legal mandates for protective services
• Ability to adapt services to diverse populations based on geography, culture, and finances
• Strong relationships with hospital staff, law enforcement, community agencies, and families
• Computer literacy and proficiency in electronic medical records

Additional

• May be scheduled for on-call and holiday shifts

Why Join IU Health?

Be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. We value your expertise and dedication to improving the health and safety of our patients and communities.

Ready to support children and families in crisis?

Apply now to join IU Health Riley Hospital as a PRN Social Worker (MSW, LCSW).