Licensed Social Worker - Lead

Trinity Health • Melrose Park, IL

6d • $61,942 - $101,587 • Onsite

About The Position

Loyola Medicine is seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Social Worker to provide clinical leadership within the Care Management department. Reporting to the Director of Care Management, the Lead Social Worker oversees complex psychosocial cases, supports discharge planning initiatives, supervises social work staff, and drives departmental performance improvement efforts. This role combines advanced clinical social work practice with leadership responsibilities, including staff development, orientation, mentoring, performance management, community partnership development, and oversight of social work services that promote positive patient outcomes. Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm with rotating weekends every 4-6 weeks

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) – State of Illinois
• 6–10 years of progressive social work experience in healthcare, care management, case management, or related settings
• Experience managing complex psychosocial and discharge planning cases
• 1–2 years of supervisory or leadership experience

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate Degree (PhD or related field) preferred
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – State of Illinois preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients experiencing complex medical, emotional, social, financial, and family challenges.
• Develop individualized plans of care and coordinate interventions that support optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide expert consultation and intervention in cases involving: Child abuse and neglect, Domestic violence, Elder abuse, Institutional abuse, Assault and trauma, End-of-life decision-making.
• Advocate for patient and family empowerment, autonomy, and access to healthcare services and community resources.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for care management and interdisciplinary teams.
• Lead discharge planning efforts for patients with complex medical, social, and family dynamics.
• Coordinate transitions to post-acute care settings, including: Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), Rehabilitation Facilities, Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals (LTACHs), Assisted Living Facilities, Home Health Agencies, Community-Based Residential Facilities (CBRFs).
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, patients, families, and community partners to ensure safe and timely discharges.
• Identify and address barriers that could delay discharge or increase length of stay.
• Evaluate quality and effectiveness of community-based vendors and referral partners.
• Provide guidance regarding legal and regulatory issues impacting social work practice, including: HIPAA, Advance Directives, Healthcare Proxy, EMTALA, Conditions of Participation, Workers' Compensation, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Maintain strong relationships with community agencies, state organizations, and social service providers.
• Assist patients and families with navigating complex healthcare and social service systems.
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboard, train, and mentor social work staff and volunteers.
• Develop and implement orientation plans for newly hired team members.
• Create educational resources and training materials that support staff development.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for social workers pursuing LCSW licensure.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and support employee development plans.
• Participate in corrective action and performance management processes as needed.
• Lead departmental performance improvement and process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor outcomes, collect data, and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Assist with budget planning and budget management activities.
• Develop reports and presentations for leadership, boards, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote patient safety, service excellence, and continuous quality improvement.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $61,942 - $101,587 annually
• Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
• Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior