Social Worker, Medical Social Worker

Carle Health is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to deliver clinical social work services in a community-focused healthcare setting. In this role, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide counseling, and develop care plans to improve patient outcomes. You will coordinate discharge planning, connect patients and families with community resources, and advocate for access to needed services. Working closely with interdisciplinary teams, you will support quality care, patient safety, and regulatory compliance while contributing to a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments, counseling, and care planning for patients and families
• Coordinate discharge planning, community resources, and referrals to support services
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams to support safe, quality patient care
• Advocate for patients' rights, safety, and access to appropriate healthcare and social services
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
• Participate in quality improvement and professional development activities

Required Skills

• Clinical assessment and diagnosis
• Case management
• Discharge planning
• Crisis intervention
• Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Knowledge of community resources
• Patient and family counseling
• Interdisciplinary team collaboration
• Care coordination
• Regulatory and compliance knowledge