Social Worker

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

This position is located at the Westmont office and in Loyola Primary Care clinics

Join our dynamic team and use your Social Work knowledge, skills and abilities to their fullest!

As a Social Worker on this team, you will be providing care management and coordination in the ambulatory setting. As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will be central to working with Medicaid, Medicare and Commercially insured patients to support them in their care journey.

Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to include the primary care physician, specialists, nurse case manager, community health worker, pharmacist, to coordinate care for patients/families presenting with social, financial or biopsychosocial needs. This position is to support the referrals from care coordinators and providers in the ambulatory setting seeking biopsychosocial and behavioral health services for their patients. Identification, assessment and treatment of mental health conditions, such

as depression and anxiety;

Case management/care coordination, particularly for individuals with chronic and/or complex medical conditions; ¦ Patient navigation, especially for patients moving among different health care levels (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, home health, or long-term care); ¦ Counseling on adjustment to chronic disease, life planning and end-of-life issues; ¦ Identification and referral for specialized services, such as drug and alcohol treatment, legal services, financial and employment counseling, and housing support; ¦ Education and support programming (e.g., diabetes education, parenting classes, domestic violence support programs) for individual and groups; ¦ Assistance with entitlements, medications, transportation, and advance directives; ¦ Assessment and intervention in domestic violence and child abuse situations; ¦ Outreach and coordination with other community resources and agencies; and ¦ Community-level advocacy on behalf of patients and families.

Education:

Required: Masters Degree

Specify Degree(s): Social Work

Licensure/Certifications:

Required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker State of Illinois

Strong knowledge of Medicaid services and processes are highly desired for this position.

Care Management certification preferred (CMSA/ACMA/ANCC)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.