Social Worker Case Management Pediatric
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Indianapolis, IN Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Department/Specialty: Inpatient Pediatrics Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day shift, 8:00AM-4:30PM Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Assess child development stages and family dynamics to create specialized care plans that support both the young patient’s growth and the family’s ability to provide care. Coordinate between medical teams, schools, and community agencies to ensure a seamless transition from the hospital to a supportive home and educational environment. Advocate for the unique rights of children and their guardians to ensure treatment plans are developmentally appropriate and respect the family's values. Support families through crisis intervention and emotional guidance, helping them navigate the trauma of a child’s diagnosis and build long-term resilience. Empower caregivers by connecting them to specialized pediatric resources, such as financial aid or developmental therapies, to reduce the burden of long-term care management. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Certified Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred. ACM also accepted. Certified Social Worker preferred. Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work required. Work Experience: 3 years of experience preferred. What additional preferences we're seeking Must have PEDS experience Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Requirements
- Certified Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred. ACM also accepted.
- Certified Social Worker preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
- 3 years of experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Must have PEDS experience
Responsibilities
- Assess child development stages and family dynamics to create specialized care plans that support both the young patient’s growth and the family’s ability to provide care.
- Coordinate between medical teams, schools, and community agencies to ensure a seamless transition from the hospital to a supportive home and educational environment.
- Advocate for the unique rights of children and their guardians to ensure treatment plans are developmentally appropriate and respect the family's values.
- Support families through crisis intervention and emotional guidance, helping them navigate the trauma of a child’s diagnosis and build long-term resilience.
- Empower caregivers by connecting them to specialized pediatric resources, such as financial aid or developmental therapies, to reduce the burden of long-term care management.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
