Licensed Social Worker, Emergency Department

Licensed Social Worker, Emergency Department

We’re seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to provide psychosocial support and care coordination in our Emergency Department at Loyola Medicine. This part‑time, 12‑hour night shift role requires an LSW to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, intervene, evaluate, and educate patients and families.

Part time; 12‑hour night shift (7 pm – 7 am).

• Benefits from Day One
• Daily pay
• Competitive shift differentials
• Tuition reimbursement
• On‑site fitness center
• Childcare discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
• Referral rewards
• Strong team culture
• Career growth opportunities

• Provide psychosocial assessment, intervention, evaluation, consultation, and education to patients and families as part of comprehensive care management services.
• Identify high‑risk patients from a psychosocial/financial perspective and provide information, support, counseling, care management, and referrals to appropriate resources.
• Serve as liaison for complex transitions/discharges between the hospital and community agencies to exchange clinical referral information.
• Contribute to training of social work professionals as part of the education program at LUHS.
• Coordinate details of placement and actual discharge of complex patients to appropriate agencies; discuss discharge plans and barriers with interdisciplinary team.

• Master’s degree in Social Work.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required; LCSW preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.

Salary Range: $30.00 – $41.59 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification, and comparison to similar positions.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person, recognize the unique perspectives and talents each colleague brings, and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.