Maywood, Illinois, USA
10 days ago
Social Worker
Employment Type:Full timeShift:

Description:

** This position is located at the Westchester office or in a Primary Care clinic**


Come join our dynamic team as we transform healthcare!


You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team that includes the primary care physician, specialists, nurse case manager, community health worker, and pharmacist to coordinate care for patients/families presenting with social, financial or biopsychosocial needs.

Great opportunity for a Social Worker to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

We are seeking a Social Worker who is dedicated to providing exceptional care to those we serve at Loyola Medicine. In return, we provide a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your career and make a lasting impact.

The position supports referrals from providers in the ambulatory setting seeking biopsychosocial and behavioral health services for their patients.

¦ Identify, assess and management of mental health conditions, such
as depression and anxiety;

¦ Case management/care coordination, particularly for individuals with
chronic and/or complex medical conditions;

¦ Patient navigation, especially for patients moving among different health care levels (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, home health, or long-term care);

¦ Counseling on adjustment to chronic disease, life planning and end-of-life issues.

¦ Identification and referral for
specialized services, such as drug and alcohol treatment, legal services, financial and employment
counseling, and housing support.

¦ Education and support programming (e.g., diabetes education,
parenting classes, domestic violence support programs) for individual and groups; ¦ Assistance with entitlements, medications, transportation, and advance directives.

¦ Assessment and intervention in domestic violence and child abuse situations.

¦ Outreach and coordination with other community resources and agencies, including our internal Community Health Worker team; and

¦ Community-level advocacy on behalf of patients and families.

We offer our employees:

Benefits from Day OneCompetitive compensationCareer DevelopmentTuition ReimbursementOn Site Fitness CenterEducational StipendReferral rewards

Our Promise to You:

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and in our colleagues.  We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

We seek colleagues with:

Education:

Master's degree and LCSW in IL required.

Strong knowledge of Medicaid services and processes are highly desired for this position.

Care Management certification preferred (CMSA/ACMA/ANCC)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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