Social Worker (LCSW) - CTI Advanced Lung Disease (Outpatient) Full Time Days

Northwestern Medicine

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
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Social Worker (LCSW) - CTI Advanced Lung Disease (Outpatient) Full Time Days Location Chicago, Illinois Business Unit Northwestern Medical Group Job REQID 181094 Job Function Mental Health/Social Services Shift Day Job (1st) Type of Employment Full-TimeThe salary range for this position is $34.60 - $48.44 (Hourly Rate)Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.Benefits:
  • $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
  • $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
  • $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
  • $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
  • Paid time off and Holiday pay
DescriptionThe Social Worker LCSW reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
  • Psychosocial Assessment and Intervention
  • Meets directly with patient/family to perform a comprehensive assessment including social, emotional, cultural, mental status, environmental and financial circumstances in conjunction with interdisciplinary assessment of the patient. Recommends a plan of intervention based on mutually established goals.
  • Provides psychosocial interventions which include:
  • Reactions to illness and disability, especially the chronically and terminally ill.
  • Facilitation of informed decision making (including advanced directives) and development of treatment/intervention plans.
  • Adjustment to the hospital setting and compliance with treatment plan.
  • Adjustment/coping with post-hospital care needs and linkage to community resources.
  • Gynecological/obstetrical-related issues including teen pregnancy, parenting issues, adoption planning, infant developmental problems, drug exposed neonate, fetal death, unplanned pregnancy, pregnancy termination, and other care as needed.
  • Issues related to insurance coverage and payment.
  • Psychiatric symptoms and chemical dependency.
  • Conflict resolution.
  • Family and personal relationship that impact the plan of care & discharge plans.
  • Performs assessments of the physical environment and adequacy of support systems for outpatients to prevent a crisis and/or hospitalization.
  • Provides Crisis Intervention and/or Protective Services for:
  • The elderly without support systems; with impaired mental status and/or victims of suspected abuse/neglect.
  • Victims of suspected sexual/physical assault (includes rape and molestation.)
  • Victims of suspected child abuse or neglect.
  • Victims of domestic violence.
  • Guardianship and/or protective services for patients with significant mental status impairment or unsafe living environment.
  • The homeless.
  • Regularly maintain and audit SDOH screening for all patients. Facilitate intervention as appropriate
QualificationsRequired:
  • Licensure in Illinois; Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Master's Degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by CSWE.
  • Minimum of two years post-graduate experience in hospital Social Work or related settings.
  • A high level of interpersonal skills to affect positive outcomes.
  • Organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage an appropriate caseload of patients coupled with performing the Social Worker functions. Self-direction required for daily work.
  • Analytical skills necessary to independently collect, analyze, and interpret data, resolve problems requiring innovative solutions and to negotiate in sensitive situations.
Equal OpportunityNorthwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our section to learn more.Share This JobFeatured JobsRecently Viewed JobsYou do not have any recently viewed jobsNursing OpportunitiesBenefitsInformation Services CareersNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Contact us if you need any further information about NM Nursing Careers at .We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any step in our application or interviewing process, please email and a Human Resources representative will connect with you to discuss next steps.© 2025 by Northwestern Medicine® and Northwestern Memorial HealthCare.Northwestern Medicine® is a trademark of Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, used by Northwestern University.

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