Outpatient Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services - UH Truman Medical Center (4 days per week; 7:00a-5:30p)

University Health

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About The Position

Supporting Patients Across Acute, Ambulatory & Long-Term Care Settings Are you a compassionate and driven Social Worker ready to make a meaningful difference in patient lives? Join our multidisciplinary care team and help provide critical support services to patients and their families in a variety of healthcare settings — including acute care, outpatient, and long-term care. As a Medical Social Worker, you will deliver high-quality psychosocial care, engage in crisis intervention, assist with care transitions, and be a key resource for patient education and advocacy.

Requirements

• For LCSW Candidates:
• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program
• Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri
• At least 2 years of post-graduate clinical experience
• Solid understanding of clinical theory and social work practice
• Research and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication — including public speaking
• Ability to work across diverse populations and healthcare teams
• If applicable, must meet requirements outlined in our Fleet Driving Safety Policy
• For LMSW Candidates:
• Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program
• Licensed in Missouri as an LMSW, or eligible to obtain license within 90 days of hire
• Strong knowledge of social work practice and theory at the MSW level
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare or mental health settings preferred
• Healthcare or mental health care experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assess and address the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning, referrals, and protective services as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention, pre-admission screening, and long-term care support.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient-centered care.
• May participate in program development, professional training, and student supervision.

Benefits

• Be part of a mission-driven team focused on whole-person care.
• Grow your career through clinical experience, mentorship, and education opportunities.
• Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees