Job Title: Licensed Social Worker Staff (MSW, LSW) - Clinical Case Management - Emergency Department
Company Name:
Carle Health
Location:
Peoria, IL
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
01/19/2026
Expire Date:
03/20/2026
Job Categories:
Administrative and Support Services, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical, Social & Human Services, Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Information Technology, Insurance, Law Enforcement, and Security, Counseling, Medical
Job Description
Licensed Social Worker Staff (MSW, LSW) - Clinical Case Management - Emergency Department
Overview $2,500 sign on bonus with 1 or more years of experience, $1,000 sign on bonus with no experience. - External Applicants Only. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes professional social work knowledge and skills in the provision of services that support patient and family access to health care and address psychosocial factors that influence a patient's health. Qualifications EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree in in Social Work from an accredited school of social work. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Licensed Social Worker (LSW) Current licensure in good standing to practice social work at the Masters level in the state where services are provided (LMSW). upon hire. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Work may require travel to other Carle Health facilities or patient homes. May drive a Carle Health vehicle, rental or own vehicle. Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state and/or organizational requirements. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of the social work process Awareness and sensitivity to cultural diversity Knowledge of the physiological elements of illness and impact on psychosocial functioning Knowledge of the healthcare system and resources available to patients. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a collaborative team member Knowledge of social determinants of Health Strong verbal and written communication skills Responsibilities Patient Care* Performs psychosocial assessment of the patient to identify priority needs, strengths, patient preferences and barriers to care. * Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling to patients/families to support their ability to cope with the impact of health conditions.* Educates patient/family regarding Advanced Directives and facilitates/documents advanced care planning conversations with patients/surrogate decision makers including First Steps and IPOST/IPOLST.* Maintains comprehensive knowledge of community resources and acts as a liaison to refer patients/families to health and social services, health insurance, public assistance and other resources to meet patient identified needs.* Assists with planning for care transitions and collaborates with UPH, community services, and facilities to support patient safety and continuity of care. * Completes PASRR or other screening tools when appropriate for transition to another care provider.* Documents assessments, interventions, and referrals in the electronic health record according to documentation standards. Education and Advocacy* Serves as a patient/family advocate in support of patient confidentiality, informed consent, patient autonomy, and self-determination.* Assesses patient safety to identify possible abuse, neglect or other risks to safety. Collaborates with the care team to address safety issues and files DHS reports and/or guides others in the process as mandated.* Provides information and support with guardianship and conservator ship issues. * Supports culturally competent services and assists with arranging interpreter services as needed.* Provides education to the patient/family regarding available services and supports and assists the patient to access those they are eligible for. * Provides information and education to physician and other team members in understanding the psychosocial implications of illness and disease progression for the patient/family. * Participates in mentoring new employees and/or supervising social work interns as requested. Care Coordination* Provides expertise and plays a key role with the care team in establishing patient-centered goals of care and identifying psychosocial and behavioral strengths and barriers. * Facilitates and/or participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to review and revise the patient plan of care.* Facilitates patient/family meetings to enhance family support of the patient's care.* Collaborates with social workers and other professionals across the continuum and in the community to ensure continuity of care. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all here at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,500 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses and is recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
