Hepatology-focused Healthcare Social Worker (Hiring Immediately)

Employment Type: Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Employment Type:
Full Time (40 hours per week)

*Will consider a Licensed MSW or License Pending MSW

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center , Gottlieb Memorial Hospital , and MacNeal Hospital .

If you are a Social Worker who’s interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!

We offer our MSW’s:

• Flexible Shifts Available - We’ll work with you!
• Benefits from Day One
• Daily Pay
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
• Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
• Referral Rewards
• Strong Team Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities

What you'll do:

A hepatology social worker primarily focuses on providing psychosocial support and resource navigation to patients with liver disease, including those undergoing liver transplants, by assessing their social, emotional, and financial needs, connecting them with appropriate community services, and assisting them in managing the complex challenges associated with their condition and treatment plan.

Key responsibilities of a hepatology social worker include :

Psychosocial assessments :

Conducting comprehensive evaluations of patients' emotional, family, and financial situations to identify potential barriers to treatment and understand their coping mechanisms.

Individual and group counseling :

Providing therapy sessions to patients and their families to address concerns related to diagnosis, treatment side effects, lifestyle changes, and end-of-life planning.

Care coordination :

Collaborating with the hepatology team, including doctors, nurses, and dietitians, to ensure patients receive coordinated care and access necessary resources.

Resource linkage :

Identifying and connecting patients with community support services such as financial assistance programs, housing support, transportation assistance, and support groups.

Advocacy :

Representing patients' needs to insurance companies and other healthcare providers to navigate complex medical billing and access to treatment.

Education :

Providing patients and families with information about liver disease, treatment options, and coping strategies.

Crisis intervention :

Responding to urgent situations, such as emotional distress or sudden changes in health status, and providing immediate support.

Post Discharge planning :

Assisting with post-discharge planning, including coordinating follow-up appointments, home healthcare needs, and community support services.

What you’ll need for this job:

• Minimum Education: Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Minimum Experience: Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
• Licensure/Certifications: Required: Licensed Social Worker State of Illinois Preferred: Licensed Clinical Social Worker State of Illinois in Hospital Setting Preferred
• Will consider a license pending MSW. Candidate must achieve LSW with 6 months of hire. Candidate will also receive weekly individual supervision.
• Graduate level internship in hospital setting with minimum of 1-year intensive training required.

Compensation:

Salary Range: $30.00 - $41.59 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together 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.