What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Social Consultant - Continuum of Care position at UI Health?
Medical Social Consultant - Continuum of Care Hiring Department : Continuum of CareLocation : Chicago, IL USARequisition ID : 1029679FTE : 1Work Schedule : 9 : 00AM - 5 : 00PMShift : Days# of Positions : 2Workplace Type : On-SitePosting Close Date : February 19, 2025Salary Range (commensurate with experience) : $66,019.20 - 93,600.00 / Annual SalaryAbout the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more : About UI HealthBenefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers : Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents.Position Summary : Report to the Director of Health Social Work and take direction from leadership under the Department of Health Social Work. The Social Worker provides counseling, comprehensive psychosocial assessment and related functions for patients identified as needing Social Work support or intervention. Serves as collaborative partner with the members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate an appropriate transitional care plan.Duties & Responsibilities : Meets directly with patient / family to perform a comprehensive psychosocial assessment including social, emotional, cultural, mental status, environmental and financial circumstances in conjunction with an interdisciplinary assessment of the patient. Recommends a plan of intervention based on mutually established goals.Conducts and documents initial psychosocial assessment, appropriate interventions, and expected transition in a comprehensive, clear, timely and legible manner.Facilitates health care surrogacy and / or guardianship process for patients deemed non-decisional by medical team.Coordinates groups for supportive interventions or educational opportunities.Addresses financial issues related to insurance coverage and payment, refers to Financial Case Management Unit.Conflict resolution, management of complex family dynamics impacting plan of care and discharge planning.Investigation, management and reporting of suspected abuse or neglect of minor children and vulnerable adults.Provides supportive care for patients considered for hospice / palliative care and participates in family meetings to discuss goals of care and end of life planning.Address needs for patients who are unhoused.Performs assessments of the physical environment and adequacy of support systems to prevent a crisis and / or hospitalization.Assists with training new staff and student interns.Maintains competency for Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Clinical Licensure (LCSW) and credentialing of program.Other Duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications Required : Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area.Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.To Apply : For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button. Please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $66,019 - $93,600
