Medical Social Worker Evening PRN

Position Details

Department: 11200 Atrium Health University City - Case Management

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hours Per Week: 0

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday-Friday , Weekends  availability

Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05

• Completes psychosocial assessments for the patient's post hospital care for designated patients and their support system.
• Assists patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic/terminal illness.
• Works with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate the patient for the appropriate level of care or environment setting to meet care needs across the continuum.
• Serves as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of the patient's illness and its effects on their social support system.
• In collaboration with the Clinical Care Management team, provides information and education to patients on community resources and options for post hospital care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Make referrals to community agencies as needed.
• Reports suspected cases of child and adult abuse/neglect/exploitation. Serves as liaison between hospital, patients and Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation.
• Responds to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.

Works in an office type setting, with extensive walking throughout the facility. Prolonged periods of sitting while reviewing medical records and documentation. Repetitive wrist motion and occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds. Requires frequent verbal and written communication in English. Intact sight and hearing with or without assistive devices is required. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment, moving independently from one location to another.

Master’s in Social Work required, LCSW preferred. Applicable state certification is preferred. Adherence to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics. At least 1 year professional experience in hospital or health-related setting preferred. Expertise with data management tools.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, and career development opportunities.

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system. It operates in multiple regions and is engaged in clinical trials and research studies. It employs a broad network of teammates across hospitals and care locations and offers extensive community benefits.