Social Worker Home Health

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Oak Brook, IL

21h • Remote

About The Position

Advocate Health at Home provides compassionate medical care and services – all in the comfort, safety and convenience of the patient’s home. Advocate Health at Home helps people of all ages – from infants to those seeking end-of-life care. Some people need care and services for just a short while, such as following surgery. Others need help long-term to manage a chronic illness or navigate care at end of life. Advocate Health at Home provides comprehensive, quality home health services throughout the Chicago area.

Requirements

• Masters of Social Work services from an accredited school
• 1-2 years of experience in a clinical setting post licensure preferred.
• Basic proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and email
• Ability to learn and effectively use electronic scheduling and documentation systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to professional documentation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective time management and organizational abilities
• A valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles
• IL locations-LSW Eligible, LCSW preferred issued by the State of Illinois
• WI locations -Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin

Nice To Haves

• LCSW preferred

Responsibilities

• Establish strong patient relationships through effective communication, individualized care, and patient/family involvement in care planning and self-management.
• Ensure high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care using evidence-based practices, patient education, and thorough documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, manage changes in patient needs, and support smooth transitions and discharge planning.
• Demonstrate professionalism through teamwork, ongoing learning, and effective communication while supporting organizational efficiency and responsible resource use.
• Assesses patients’ psychosocial needs in the home setting, develops and implements care plans to address those needs, and collaborates with the care team to coordinate services and promote positive patient outcomes.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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