Social Worker

Department:10181 Advocate Aurora Health Corporate - WI Community Based Case ManagementStatus: Full timeBenefits Eligible:YesHours Per Week:40Schedule Details/Additional Information:1st shift, Monday through Fridays, May need to work occasional evening or weekend, Mostly remote positionPay Range$30.70 - $46.05Where You Will Work: Aurora Sinai Medical Center is a comprehensive community hospital providing state-of the-art services in downtown Milwaukee with a strong focus on supporting greater racial equity and civil rights as well as serving the surrounding community. We have strong academic affiliations and serve as the home for medical residency and fellowship programs. A nationally recognized health care provider, we offer a wide range of medical specialties in a culturally affirming and compassionate way to help all people live well.We’re Looking For: Licensure or Certifications License/Registration/Certification:  IL locations-LSW Eligible, LCSW preferred issued by the State of IllinoisWI locations -Social Work Certification issued by the State of WisconsinDegrees:  Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school.Years of Experience:  1 year of social work experience in healthcareWhat You’ll Do: Schedule: 1st shift, Monday through Fridays, May need to work occasional evening or weekend, Mostly remote positionAs an Inpatient Medical Social Worker,  you will:Deliver comprehensive social work support by conducting psychosocial assessments, identifying patient needs, implementing appropriate interventions, follow-up care, and discharge planning.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, timely care across the continuum, including post-acute services and community resources, while advocating for patient-centered care.Educate patients and families on healthcare decisions, available resources, and complex issues such as advanced directives, end-of-life care, and social concerns.Connect individuals to community services and agencies, ensuring continuity of care and smooth transitions.Support care coordination by managing length of stay, reducing readmissions, and ensuring appropriate levels of care within network systems.Maintain clear communication, thorough documentation, and compliance with regulatory and professional standards, while also contributing to staff education and professional development.Demonstrate knowledge of social work principles and methods and the ability to apply these in a health care setting.Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions.Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.Exposed to a normal office environment.Exposed to patient care environment. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases, therefore team members must abide by personal protective equipment as ordered.Weekend, holiday, and evening coverage per site requirement.Position requires sitting, standing, speaking, reading/writing, and walking throughout the workday.Fast paced work environment with established time constraints per site.Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.Our Commitment to You:Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:CompensationBase compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or trainingPremium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and morePaid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramNote: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 resi