LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER

Riverside Healthcare•Kankakee, IL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Social Worker to join our team. This role is pivotal in providing psychosocial support, advocacy, and resources to patients and their families. The Licensed Social Worker will work within a multidisciplinary team to address the complex needs of patients, facilitate care coordination, and enhance overall patient well-being. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to improving patient outcomes and navigating the healthcare system effectively.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical social work role, preferably within a healthcare setting.
Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
Current Illinois Social Worker license

Nice To Haves

Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and social work documentation.
Knowledge of community resources, healthcare regulations, and patient advocacy principles.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Commitment to providing patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
Recent experience in the healthcare industry.
Other relevant social work certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients to identify needs, strengths, and resources.
Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings taking into consideration age specific growth, growth and development, and cultural influences.
Provide individual and group counseling to patients and families dealing with medical, emotional, and social issues.
Offer emotional support, crisis intervention, and problem-solving assistance.
Identify and connect patients and families with appropriate community resources, services, and support networks.
Assist with accessing financial aid, housing, transportation, and other necessary services.
Keep current on all regulatory changes.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, and other health care team members to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
Facilitate communication between patients, families, and the care team to ensure seamless coordination of services.
Actively participate in daily huddles, flash rounds, patient care conferences, and or morning hand off reports.
Advocate for patients needs and rights within the healthcare system.
Assist patients in understanding their treatment options and make informed decisions about their care.
Report and coordinate mandated child and elder abuse/neglect and domestic abuse and patient abuse as required by law.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient interactions, assessments, and care plans.
Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards for documentation.
Educate patients and families about coping strategies, treatment plans, and available resources.
Provide training and support to other healthcare professionals on social work-related topics.
Assist in developing and revising policies.
Assist with administrative tasks related to patient care, such as preparing reports, managing correspondence, and attending meetings.
Contribute to the development and evaluation of social work programs and initiatives within the healthcare facility.