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Social Worker
Davita 4.6
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
Posting Date
12/15/20252930 S 6th Street, Springfield, Illinois, 62703, United States of America
As a SocialWorker at DaVita, you'll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a SocialWorker who will be a vital member of each patient's core care team. Life on dialysis can be a difficult transition for many patients-and you'll be there to support and advocate for them. In this vital role, you will help patients understand their rights and responsibilities, and guide them in managing the physical, mental, emotional and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.
If you love patient-centered health care and knowing patients on a personal level-now is your time to explore your next journey-at DaVita.
What you can expect:
Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports and relies on each other in a positive environment.
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training and more.
DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace , backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance and so much more!
Requirements:
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in clinical practice from an accredited school of Social Work.
Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
Obtained their Clinical License (e.g., LCSW, LICSW), meeting all licensure requirements for their state.
Proficient in all Experienced level SocialWorker duties.
Intermediate computer skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Salary Range for the role is $56,000 - $92,000 per year.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at ***********************************
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$56k-92k yearly Auto-Apply 42d ago
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HOSPICE SOCIAL WORKER
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
Min USD $27.52/Hr. Max USD $42.65/Hr. The Hospice Transitions SocialWorker approaches the hospice discharge planning process with a patient-centered approach during a time when curative measures no longer add quality-of-life. The Hospice Transitions SW is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for Memorial Medical Center patients referred for hospice services. This includes detailed coordination between providers, agencies, colleagues, the patient, and the family. The Hospice Transitions SW assesses the needs of the patients and provides counseling to patients and their families while coordinating the transition to hospice and promoting continuity of care. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.
Location: Springfield, IL
Please note this position is ONSITE 5 days per week Mon - Fri from 7:30am - 4pm and has no on call responsibility.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:Education:• Master's degree of Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.Licensure/Certification/Registry:• IllinoisLicensedSocialWorker required (for Advanced Care Management, required within six months of hire date).
Experience:• Experience working with adults across the life span presenting with chronic or serious illness• Experience identifying and coordinating the needs of chronically ill patients and families as well as supporting the care team• Understanding of psychosocial implications of illness, hospice and/or home care death and dying issues.• Knowledge of local community resources.• Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness and of the influence of culture on healthcare Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:• Flexible problem solver who is eager to tackle complex problems and tasks• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to solve problems creatively• Ability to work across multiple sites of care and multiple members of a care team while managing competing commitments through clear communications• Ability to work in a changing and ambiguous environment.• Self-starter with initiative• Experience identifying issues and developing and implementing solutions• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, planning skills, problem-solving skills, and personal diplomacy skills.• Demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism and trustworthiness.• Excellent PC skills, including the use of Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with EMR clinical products preferred.• Current driver's license and transportation.
Responsibilities
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:
* SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.
* QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.
* INTEGRITY: Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.
* STEWARDSHIP: Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities.
2. Upon referral, processes and develops the hospice discharge plan by reviewing the referral information, medical record, and advance directives. Collaborates with appropriate decision maker and appoints a health care surrogate when necessary.
3. Meets with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and ancillary team members to discuss the hospice transition process. Provides an overview and education about hospice including comfort focused care, hospice philosophy, hospice services, possible hospice discharge options, and financial/insurance coverage.
4. Utilizing specialized knowledge and experience, makes assessment of patient's psychosocial needs, home situation and economic constraints, utilizes resources as appropriate.
5. Assesses the relationship of the patient's medical needs to the patient's home situation, financial resources, and availability of community resources. Assists and supports patients and families in making arrangements for the post-acute care plan.
6. Formulates a discharge plan acceptable to the patient, family, and healthcare team. Facilitates adjustments to the plan of care when necessary to promote enhanced outcomes. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to develop, manage, and communicate patient needs and discharge plans.
7. Elicits choices for discharge disposition, hospice agencies, and skilled nursing facilities. Informs and educates about the discharge planning process including transportation options, DME delivery process, and services.
8. Sends SNF referrals when patients require placement and sends referrals to hospice agencies. Monitors referrals via navi Health or regular phone contact with the hospice agency.
9. Facilitates/implements the care plan with proposed interventions in collaboration with the healthcare team. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to implement, manage, and communicate the transition of care arrangements.
10. Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the discharge plan. Performs transfer of accurate, pertinent, patient information between all appropriate entities of the post-acute care continuum.
11. Serves as an intermediary when providing community resources to patients, caregiver, and families. Discusses with patient, caregiver, and/or family maintaining clear communication regarding anticipate discharge date and potential care settings.
12. Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other program benefits to assist patient with transition of care planning and choices.
13. Develops and maintains contact with key hospital, skilled nursing, assisted living, discharge planning services, case management, and clinical staff to provide ongoing updates in the discharge planning process. Confers with leader on any unusual situations and communicates plan and activities for patient discharge across the care continuum.
14. Communicates with the physician to verify that the patient is stable for discharge, inform the patient and family about the discharge plan, makes final arrangements, and arranges transportation.
15. Assists patients and families in making healthcare decisions based on personal goals-of-care. Assist patient and family with social concerns associated with the dying process by utilizing social services assessments, life review counseling, etc.
16. Maintains up-to-date, accurate, and appropriate documentation daily.
17. Ensures that patients' end-of-life wishes are documented and known by assisting with advance directives, do not resuscitate orders, or POLST forms.
18. Adheres to department productivity standards.
19. Participates in the monitoring of quality and utilization metrics and participates in improvement efforts to refine the delivery of care to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes.
20. Assists, as needed, in the staff training, new employee orientation, student education, community education, in-house activities, and general public relations activities.
21. Refers to ancillary teams when warranted.
22. Aware of and comply with department and hospital policy and procedures.
23. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics.
24. Participates in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and expertise.
25. Performs other related duties as assigned.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
$27.5-42.7 hourly Auto-Apply 2d ago
Social Worker
Springfield School District 186 3.7
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
TITLE OF VACANCY: School SocialWorker
CONTRACT PERIOD: 187 days
REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Supervisor of Student Support
Sign on Bonus: For the 2025-2026 school year, a sign on bonus will be provided to new hires.
The first installment ($2,000.00) shall be paid within thirty (30) days of the successful candidate's start date (sign on bonus will be prorated).
The second installment ($2,000.00) shall be paid on the first paycheck in June 2026, following the successful candidate's first year (sign on bonus will be prorated).
If the employee does not complete 4 years, they will be responsible for repayment of the prorated amount ($1,000.00 per year).
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree in Social Work
Completion of a 9-month school social work internship
Professional Educators License with School SocialWorker endorsement
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrate capabilities in leadership, public and community relations
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of current federal and state laws and rules and regulations
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform school social work duties related to special education including evaluations, re-evaluations, assistance with behavior management, and effective behavioral/academic intervention strategies; home visits and meeting with parents outside of the school setting will also occur
Coordinate and support prevention services for all students within the building
Conduct life threat evaluations and risk assessments.
Assist in the development and implementation of the schools' PBIS initiatives, including mediation, violence prevention and bullying
Assist in the collection, input and evaluation of PBIS data
Participate in the building's problem solving team and consult with administrators, teachers and parents regarding individual students
Conduct functional behavioral assessments
Participate in conferences with parents, school and community agency representatives
Maintain an active and visible presence with staff, students and parents.
Provide professional development to staff
Actively participate in professional development opportunities
Continue personal and professional growth and apply acquired skills
Other duties as assigned
$45k-65k yearly est. 13d ago
Social Worker (SW)
Vitas Healthcare 4.1
Licensed social worker job in Litchfield, IL
Salary Range: $27 - $30 / Hour WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives.
Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a hospice socialworker, you will provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during an important and vulnerable time. You will ensure VITAS patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order, honoring their wishes for finances, funeral arrangements, and more. Their loved ones will trust you to help them navigate the grieving process.
Whether you're granting an end-of-life wish or simply listening to a patient's stories at their bedside, your actions-large and small-will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
WHERE YOU'LL WORK
Each day is different for our socialworkers. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients wherever they call home, which may be a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility.
About once a week, you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the RNs, physicians, chaplains, and fellow nurses who work together to provide 360-degree support to the patients and families we serve.
WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU
VITAS socialworkers honor the trust of our patients and center others in their work. In addition to having your social work license, reliable transportation, and at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting, you'll approach your work with the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude.
You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
* Ability to travel per job requirements.
* Thorough knowledge of community resources or the desire/ability to obtain this knowledge.
* Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients and their family/caregivers, including the knowledge of effective psychosocial interventions to address those issues.
* Capacity to relate and work well with others as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
* Excellent listening and communication skills.
* Ability to be an effective patient and family advocate- both within the patient/family unit, within the core IDG, and within community agencies and the like.
* Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
* Offer counseling and crisis intervention services.
* Provide bereavement support and grief counseling.
* Educate patients and families on the emotional and psychological response to the illness progression
QUALIFICATIONS
* Masters of Social Work required from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, unless grandfathered in per the 2008 Medicare Hospice Condition of Participation
* At least one year social work experience in a health care setting.
* Experience as a socialworker with the terminally ill and their families, preferred
* Experience in providing counseling and support to patients and families.
* Empathy and compassion in dealing with seriously ill patients and their families.
* Equivalent experience of licensure may be considered where allowable by State Regulations. (i.e. a BSW in FL or WI) License and/or Certification if required by State
Minimum State Requirements for the following states:
AL:Licensed Bachelors of Social Work (LBSW)
CA: BSW cannot be used as the core SW.
CT: Licensed Master SocialWorker (LMSW)
DC: Licensed Graduate SocialWorker (LGSW)
DE: Licensed Baccalaureate SocialWorker (LBSW)
FL: BSW
GA: Licensed Master SocialWorkerIL: LicensedSocialWorker (LSW)
MO: Baccalaureate SocialWorker (BSW)
NJ: LicensedSocialWorker (LSW)
OH: LicensedSocialWorker (LSW)
PA: LicensedSocialWorker (LSW)
TX: Licensed Baccalaureate SocialWorker (LBSW)
VA: LicensedSocialWorker (LSW)
WI: SocialWorker Certificate
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
* EOE/AA M/F/D/V
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$27-30 hourly 18d ago
HOSPICE SOCIAL WORKER
Memorial Health System 4.3
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
The Hospice Transitions SocialWorker approaches the hospice discharge planning process with a patient-centered approach during a time when curative measures no longer add quality-of-life. The Hospice Transitions SW is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for Memorial Medical Center patients referred for hospice services. This includes detailed coordination between providers, agencies, colleagues, the patient, and the family. The Hospice Transitions SW assesses the needs of the patients and provides counseling to patients and their families while coordinating the transition to hospice and promoting continuity of care. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.
Location: Springfield, IL
Please note this position is ONSITE 5 days per week Mon - Fri from 7:30am - 4pm and has no on call responsibility.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
• Master's degree of Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
• IllinoisLicensedSocialWorker required (for Advanced Care Management, required within six months of hire date).
Experience:
• Experience working with adults across the life span presenting with chronic or serious illness
• Experience identifying and coordinating the needs of chronically ill patients and families as well as supporting the care team
• Understanding of psychosocial implications of illness, hospice and/or home care death and dying issues.
• Knowledge of local community resources.
• Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness and of the influence of culture on healthcare
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Flexible problem solver who is eager to tackle complex problems and tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to solve problems creatively
• Ability to work across multiple sites of care and multiple members of a care team while managing competing commitments through clear communications
• Ability to work in a changing and ambiguous environment.
• Self-starter with initiative
• Experience identifying issues and developing and implementing solutions
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, planning skills, problem-solving skills, and personal diplomacy skills.
• Demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism and trustworthiness.
• Excellent PC skills, including the use of Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with EMR clinical products preferred.
• Current driver's license and transportation.
Responsibilities
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:
• SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.
• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.
• INTEGRITY: Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.
• STEWARDSHIP: Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities.
2. Upon referral, processes and develops the hospice discharge plan by reviewing the referral information, medical record, and advance directives. Collaborates with appropriate decision maker and appoints a health care surrogate when necessary.
3. Meets with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and ancillary team members to discuss the hospice transition process. Provides an overview and education about hospice including comfort focused care, hospice philosophy, hospice services, possible hospice discharge options, and financial/insurance coverage.
4. Utilizing specialized knowledge and experience, makes assessment of patient's psychosocial needs, home situation and economic constraints, utilizes resources as appropriate.
5. Assesses the relationship of the patient's medical needs to the patient's home situation, financial resources, and availability of community resources. Assists and supports patients and families in making arrangements for the post-acute care plan.
6. Formulates a discharge plan acceptable to the patient, family, and healthcare team. Facilitates adjustments to the plan of care when necessary to promote enhanced outcomes. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to develop, manage, and communicate patient needs and discharge plans.
7. Elicits choices for discharge disposition, hospice agencies, and skilled nursing facilities. Informs and educates about the discharge planning process including transportation options, DME delivery process, and services.
8. Sends SNF referrals when patients require placement and sends referrals to hospice agencies. Monitors referrals via navi Health or regular phone contact with the hospice agency.
9. Facilitates/implements the care plan with proposed interventions in collaboration with the healthcare team. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to implement, manage, and communicate the transition of care arrangements.
10. Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the discharge plan. Performs transfer of accurate, pertinent, patient information between all appropriate entities of the post-acute care continuum.
11. Serves as an intermediary when providing community resources to patients, caregiver, and families. Discusses with patient, caregiver, and/or family maintaining clear communication regarding anticipate discharge date and potential care settings.
12. Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other program benefits to assist patient with transition of care planning and choices.
13. Develops and maintains contact with key hospital, skilled nursing, assisted living, discharge planning services, case management, and clinical staff to provide ongoing updates in the discharge planning process. Confers with leader on any unusual situations and communicates plan and activities for patient discharge across the care continuum.
14. Communicates with the physician to verify that the patient is stable for discharge, inform the patient and family about the discharge plan, makes final arrangements, and arranges transportation.
15. Assists patients and families in making healthcare decisions based on personal goals-of-care. Assist patient and family with social concerns associated with the dying process by utilizing social services assessments, life review counseling, etc.
16. Maintains up-to-date, accurate, and appropriate documentation daily.
17. Ensures that patients' end-of-life wishes are documented and known by assisting with advance directives, do not resuscitate orders, or POLST forms.
18. Adheres to department productivity standards.
19. Participates in the monitoring of quality and utilization metrics and participates in improvement efforts to refine the delivery of care to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes.
20. Assists, as needed, in the staff training, new employee orientation, student education, community education, in-house activities, and general public relations activities.
21. Refers to ancillary teams when warranted.
22. Aware of and comply with department and hospital policy and procedures.
23. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics.
24. Participates in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and expertise.
25. Performs other related duties as assigned.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.
$43k-53k yearly est. Auto-Apply 2d ago
Medical Social Worker MSW Home Health PRN
Elara Holdings 4.0
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
:
At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Medical SocialWorker (MSW). Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.
To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Medical SocialWorker (MSW) with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
Why Join the Elara Caring mission?
Work in a collaborative environment.
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
As a Medical SocialWorker (MSW), you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:
Ensures that all activities are performed aligned with the vision of Elara Caring's board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team.
Assesses patients to identify the psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team report, call-in logs, and on-site evaluations.
Make the initial social work evaluation visit and reevaluate the patient's social work needs during each following visit.
Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to the Supervisor, the physician and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
Reports unsafe conditions and the outcome of each visit to the appropriate Supervisor by the end of the day.
Implements the plan for patient safety, using patient, family, and community resources.
Participates in implementation and development of the Plan of Care to ensure quality and continuity of care and proper discharge planning.
Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Initiates and revises the Plan of Care in response to identified patient care issues.
Writes physician orders to cover additional visits and changes to the plan of care, per agency policy.
Incorporates patient care goals established in the plan of care, as evidenced by documentation in clinical note.
Performs appropriate skilled services/interventions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician.
Counsels, instructs, and includes the patient and family in following the Plan of Care and meeting social work-related needs.
What is Required?
Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Current State License as a SocialWorker
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Social work skills as defined as general social work standards
50% travel required
Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs.
Valid driver's license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks
The base salary for this position is $60.00 to $70.00 per point, based on the company's good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.
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We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.
Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.
At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.
This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to ********************.
$47k-58k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Medical Social Worker MSW Home Health PRN
Elara Caring
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
:
At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Medical SocialWorker (MSW). Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.
To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Medical SocialWorker (MSW) with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
Why Join the Elara Caring mission?
Work in a collaborative environment.
Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Opportunities for advancement
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
As a Medical SocialWorker (MSW), you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:
Ensures that all activities are performed aligned with the vision of Elara Caring's board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team.
Assesses patients to identify the psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team report, call-in logs, and on-site evaluations.
Make the initial social work evaluation visit and reevaluate the patient's social work needs during each following visit.
Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to the Supervisor, the physician and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
Reports unsafe conditions and the outcome of each visit to the appropriate Supervisor by the end of the day.
Implements the plan for patient safety, using patient, family, and community resources.
Participates in implementation and development of the Plan of Care to ensure quality and continuity of care and proper discharge planning.
Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
Initiates and revises the Plan of Care in response to identified patient care issues.
Writes physician orders to cover additional visits and changes to the plan of care, per agency policy.
Incorporates patient care goals established in the plan of care, as evidenced by documentation in clinical note.
Performs appropriate skilled services/interventions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician.
Counsels, instructs, and includes the patient and family in following the Plan of Care and meeting social work-related needs.
What is Required?
Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Current State License as a SocialWorker
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Social work skills as defined as general social work standards
50% travel required
Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs.
Valid driver's license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks
The base salary for this position is $60.00 to $70.00 per point, based on the company's good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.
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We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.
Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.
At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.
This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to ********************.
$42k-56k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Social Worker/Psychologist/Counselor
Illinois Association of School 3.8
Licensed social worker job in Litchfield, IL
SocialWorker/ Psychologist/Counselor Please contact Dr. McClain ******************************* for job description Qualifications Valid Illinois Professional Educators License with a School SocialWorker OR School Psychologist OR School Counselor Endorsement.
Salary/Benefits
$46,057- $ 87,508 Final Salary to be determined by CBA.
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement
How to Apply
District Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Three letters of Reference, Transcripts, and printout of licensure from ISBE. Send to Dr. Kelly McClain, Superintendent *******************************
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
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Email Address
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School District
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Position Website
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ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
1/5/2026
Start Date
N/A
$46.1k-87.5k yearly Easy Apply 22d ago
Family Services Specialist
Addus Homecare
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
Addus Home Care strives to help older adults and people with disabilities to live safe and healthy lives at home.
In this job, you will assists families in crisis through DCFS programs including: Family Habilitation Services, Visitation and Housing. Family Service Specialists provide services that help families comply with court-ordered program participation and work through difficult situations. Training is provided through the office and on-the-job.
Family Service Specialist Benefits:
Pay is $17/HR
DAILY PAY available for select positions!
Flexible schedule - full time and part time available
Direct deposit
Reimbursement for mileage $.70/mile
FSS Duties:
Work with families in crisis through DCFS and various State contracts
Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records and court testimony
Prepare and sign client progress reports on a monthly basis:
Scheduled dates and units of service
Specific goals/issues to be addressed for each date of service
Documentation as to whether each appointment was successful or missed
Reports of progress for each identified goal
Recommendations for future service
Report all child abuse and neglect
Immediately report any significant events, changes in family circumstances, or unusual incidents involving the client or family members to their supervisor
Attend all mandated training
Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, utilizing effective resources
Supervised visitation / Unsupervised visitation -- Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation. Observe all interaction of visitation, parent and child behaviors and redirect according to parenting needs and parent / child behaviors
Help families locate housing throughout the local areas. Housing could include public government housing, private rent, or shelter care
Assist clients with finding jobs and community resources
The goal of services for intact families is to support the family and prevent the placement of the child(ren) out of the home.
FSS Requirements & Competencies:
Must be at least 21 years of age
An associate's degree from an accredited institution is required or two years of work experience in social work related to child welfare is required.
Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
Must pass the CANTS background check and other required background checks
$17 hourly 60d+ ago
District Social Worker
Northgreene School District
Licensed social worker job in White Hall, IL
Student Support Services/SocialWorker (High-Needs School) Date Available: 08/12/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide North Greene Unit District No. 3 JOB DESCRIPTION School SocialWorker Department: Special Education
Reports to: Principals and Special Education Coordinator
SUMMARY
To provide a systems approach for resolution of a student's school problems by working with families, school, community agencies, and students. The socialworker offers the medium to a school to combine all resources to resolve a student's personal, school, or family problems in order that the student may function appropriately in school. Salary information can be found in the Professional Bargaining Agreement at ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
DUTIES
* Prepares a social or developmental history on students as required.
* Provides appropriate developmental, social and behavioral assessments as derived from one or more of the following: histories, parent and child interviews, observation, teacher interviews, and self-concept tests as required.
* Provides direct and consultative services to parents (individually or as part of a group) concerning poor school attendance, lack of motivation in school, lack of consistency in goals between school and home, lack of adequate parenting skills, which affect school performance, and other problems at home which prevent a student from functioning adequately at school.
* Provides services (individually or as part of a group) to students, when determined necessary by teacher referral and/or subsequent assessment of the socialworker, or when a staffing team so designates, or when requested to intervene by building principal based on school problems.
* Provides family counseling when appropriate.
* When providing services to students, parents or families, write specific goals and objectives for the intervention, keep appropriate notes and write a treatment summary upon termination of clients.
* Mobilizes and consults with school and community resources to enable the child to receive appropriate benefits from his or her education.
* Participates in staffing and various other school meetings when appropriate.
* Provide consultation services to general personnel and special education personnel in a systematic way, so as to efficiently and routinely provide feedback concerning students
* Participates in the school district's screening programs to obtain background information on the student.
* Perform additional duties as assigned by administrators and the Board of Education.
* Collaborates with other personnel in conducting comprehensive case study evaluation to determine eligibility for special education based upon the use of multiple, developmentally appropriate assessment procedures or techniques.
* Attends and participates in IEP conferences, including final staffing prior to the termination of special education services. At these meetings, helps plan or modify special education programs, goals, and objectives, and develops transition plans for students leaving special education.
QUALIFICATIONS
Holds a Professional Educator License with an endorsement in School SocialWorker from the State of Illinois or the equivalent license, additional training desirable, but not required.
* Proficiency in counseling and in other functions that may be needed as supplements to examinations.
* Ability to guard, maintain, and preserve confidential information.
* Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
* Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
* Ability to push/pull up to 10 lbs.
* Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.
* Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to work with students, teachers, education support personnel, building administrators and the general public.
* Ability to enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
* Ability to maintain good working relationships with fellow employees and pupils.
SCHEDULING
The work hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The schedule is subject to change with district demands. Overtime is required when requested.
$38k-56k yearly est. 37d ago
School Social Worker for the 2025-2026 School Year
Decatur Public Schools 4.3
Licensed social worker job in Decatur, IL
Special Education/SocialWorker (High-Needs School) Date Available: ASAP Additional Information: Show/Hide SocialWorkers work together in a collaborative community with one another and with other special educators. Salary and benefits include starting at number of years of experience brought to the district (including private medical years), comprehensive insurance options, including affordable family coverage, paid membership to IASSW, free professional development, and a TRS pension plan paid by the district.
Salary range for 2025-2026: $57,143 - $101,374 plus additional $5,000 annual stipend ($2,500 at Christmas, $2,500 end of year).
This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026
The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
Attachment(s):
* DEA Salary Schedule.pdf
* SocialWorker Job Description.pdf
$57.1k-101.4k yearly 38d ago
Family Services Specialist
Addus Homecare Corporation
Licensed social worker job in Jacksonville, IL
Addus Home Care strives to help older adults and people with disabilities to live safe and healthy lives at home. In this job, you will assists families in crisis through DCFS programs including: Family Habilitation Services, Visitation and Housing. Family Service Specialists provide services that help families comply with court-ordered program participation and work through difficult situations. Training is provided through the office and on-the-job.
Family Service Specialist Benefits:
* Pay is $17/HR
* DAILY PAY available for select positions!
* Flexible schedule - full time and part time available
* Direct deposit
* Reimbursement for mileage $.70/mile
FSS Duties:
* Work with families in crisis through DCFS and various State contracts
* Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records and court testimony
* Prepare and sign client progress reports on a monthly basis:
* Scheduled dates and units of service
* Specific goals/issues to be addressed for each date of service
* Documentation as to whether each appointment was successful or missed
* Reports of progress for each identified goal
* Recommendations for future service
* Report all child abuse and neglect
* Immediately report any significant events, changes in family circumstances, or unusual incidents involving the client or family members to their supervisor
* Attend all mandated training
* Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, utilizing effective resources
* Supervised visitation / Unsupervised visitation -- Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation. Observe all interaction of visitation, parent and child behaviors and redirect according to parenting needs and parent / child behaviors
* Help families locate housing throughout the local areas. Housing could include public government housing, private rent, or shelter care
* Assist clients with finding jobs and community resources
* The goal of services for intact families is to support the family and prevent the placement of the child(ren) out of the home.
FSS Requirements & Competencies:
* Must be at least 21 years of age
* An associate's degree from an accredited institution is required or two years of work experience in social work related to child welfare is required.
* Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
* Must pass the CANTS background check and other required background checks
$17 hourly 9d ago
2026 Extended School Year (ESY) Social Worker
Lincoln-Way Area Special Education 3.9
Licensed social worker job in Lincoln, IL
ESY- Extended School Year/SocialWorkerSocialWorkers
Descriptions: Extended School Year (ESY) part-time positions working with students with IEPs to prevent excessive loss of skills caused by an interruption in education. Must be physically capable of lifting, providing social work services and assisting students with special needs.
Qualifications: All correct Illinois credentials (paperwork must be completed and on file at the Cooperative)
Working Conditions: Be willing to work the schedule agreed upon.
Must attend orientation meetings for ESY.
Salary: $46.00 per hour
Application Procedure: Apply online
Location: Mokena School District #159 - Mokena Elementary School and/or Pioneer Grove
$46 hourly 13d ago
Clinical Supervisor, LCSW or LCPC
Heritage Behavioral Health Center 4.0
Licensed social worker job in Decatur, IL
Clinical Supervisor, LCSW or LCPC - Heritage Behavioral Health Center (Decatur, Illinois)
Salary:
Master's Degree + clinical licensure as LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT: $70,000-$75,000/annually + every other Friday off paid
Sign on bonus eligible: $5000 for one year commitment
Schedule: Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day)
Looking for a career where your work truly matters? Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals!
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center
We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic located in Decatur, Illinois who is dedicated to improving mental health and substance use care to individuals in a multi-county area. We recognize that all individuals at our organization have an impact on client care - regardless of the position they hold.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Collaborative mission-driven work environment
Every other Friday off - paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
At Heritage, we believe in taking care of our staff's needs so that they can concentrate on taking care of the needs of the individuals we serve. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we treat them as such!
Your Role:
Clinical Supervisor - Heritage Behavioral Health Center (Decatur, Illinois)
Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur, IL is seeking a full-time Clinical Supervisor (LCSW or LCPC) to join our clinical leadership team. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality, person-centered care through expert clinical oversight and documentation review. The Clinical Supervisor will provide strengths-based clinical supervision to staff, guide clinical decision-making, and ensure compliance with Medicaid and other regulatory standards. Responsibilities include reviewing and authorizing assessments and treatment plans, verifying medical necessity, and supporting staff development through collaborative problem-solving and innovative approaches to care.
Core Responsibilities:
Serve as tan expert for substance use and mental health documentation review and signature (authorization) processes.
Evaluate ongoing necessity for service delivery, monitor client progress, and recommend treatment adjustments as appropriate.
Verify clinical need for services and ensure treatment recommendations align with best practices and medical necessity criteria.
Coordinate with treatment teams to gather additional clinical information when needed.
Provide strengths-based clinical supervision to staff seeking clinical licensure, fostering professional growth and confidence.
Conduct strengths-based case reviews to identify opportunities for client engagement and improved outcomes.
Advise clinical staff on appropriate procedures and practices related to assessment tools and documentation standards.
Collaborate with supervisors and leadership to address training needs and enhance documentation practices.
Participate in clinical staffing meetings, offering guidance on best practices, creative problem-solving, and client engagement strategies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
In-depth knowledge of Medicaid documentation requirements and medical necessity criteria.
Strong understanding of behavioral health service delivery within nonprofit settings.
Demonstrated ability to provide strengths-based supervision and foster a supportive learning environment.
Skilled in creative problem-solving and innovative approaches to staff development and client care.
Ability to identify solutions collaboratively and work effectively across multiple programs and teams.
Commitment to evidence-based and trauma-informed practices.
Proficiency in navigating electronic health records and ensuring documentation accuracy.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Qualifications
Graduate degree in counseling, clinical psychology, social work, or other human service field preferred
This position requires clinical licensure as a Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and credentialing as Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA)
Ideal candidates will have experience with assessment utilizing the IM-CANS and ASAM, providing strengths-based supervision, and mentorship of clinicians
Minimum of 21 years of age
A valid driver's license, reliable means of transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
Heritage also offers the following with this position:
Generous Time Off : Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Wellness Benefits: Every other Friday off paid, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and fitness reimbursement
Insurance: Health, dental, vision, flex spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care), and additional life insurance. Health insurance includes substantial agency contributions toward the cost.
Retirement: 401k and Roth
Professional Growth: Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
Loan Forgiveness: Eligible through the National Health Service Corp
At Heritage Behavioral Health Center, we believe in empowering both our clients and our staff through a strengths-based approach. As a Clinical Supervisor, you will play a vital role in shaping high-quality care, mentoring future clinicians, and driving creative solutions to complex challenges. If you are passionate about clinical excellence, collaborative leadership, and making a meaningful impact in behavioral health, we invite you to join our team and help us transform lives and communities.
$23k-36k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Hospital Social Worker
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
Min USD $27.52/Hr. Max USD $42.65/Hr. Join Memorial Health and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. As a Hospital SocialWorker (LSW) with an MSW degree, you'll play a critical role in addressing complex psychosocial factors that affect health outcomes, contributing to holistic, patient-centered care.
What We Offer:
* Sign-On Bonus to welcome you to our team!
* 40 Hours of Front-Loaded PTO
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to inform healthcare decisions.
* Address social determinants of health to prevent readmissions and adverse outcomes.
* Develop interventions that consider the full psychosocial impact of illness or hospitalization.
* Collaborate with the healthcare team to remove barriers to post-acute care.
* Facilitate timely referrals to community resources and promote patient self-reliance.
* Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions by addressing social needs and avoiding "social admissions."
Bring your LSW license and MSW degree to a dynamic team and help improve patient outcomes through compassionate, proactive care.
Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree of Social Work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
* IllinoisLicensedSocialWorker required within six months of hire date
Experience:
* Experience working with adults across the life span presenting with chronic or serious illness
* Experience identifying and coordinating the needs of chronically ill patients and families as well as supporting the care team
* Understanding of psychosocial implications of illness, hospice and/or home care death and dying issues.
* Knowledge of local community resources.
* Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness and of the influence of culture on healthcare
Responsibilities
Biopsychosocial Assessment
* Utilizing specialized knowledge and experience, make assessment of patients' psychosocial needs, home situation and economic constraints
* Psychiatry assessments must be completed within 3 working days of patient's admission and include regulatory mandated information.
Community Resources
* Serve as liaison between patients/ families and community agencies
* Coordinate information and referrals for financial and community resources to link patients/families to the appropriate resources.
* Serve as resource to clinical team, patients and families regarding entitlement to programs and support services
* Develop strong working relationships with internal and external healthcare organizations and community resources.
* Work with patients to formulate an individualized plan to obtain medication, particularly, in light of Medicare coverage limitations including the facilitation of enrollment in various drug companies' patient assistance programs when warranted
Care Delivery
* Work closely and collaboratively with the clinical care team across sites of care
* Assist the team with care delivery by scheduling appointments, arranging interpreters, assisting with the completion of forms, ensuring that patients can access services, and arranging transportation to and from medical appointments as needed
* Participate in clinic office visits, team rounds, or family conferences with when needed based on site of care
Care Transitions
* Coordinate patient care with other disciplines involved in the plan of care and maintain appropriate documentation
* Confer with the patient, family, and clinical team to obtain information to coordinate efficient and quality patient care.
* Build relationships with primary care providers, skilled nursing facilities, and the community to promote continuity of care
Embody the Memorial Health Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
Support
* Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling for patients and their families as needed
* Serve as patient advocate, assisting with navigation of patient eligible resources and programs
* Provide patients and families with support and information to overcome personal and environmental difficulties which pre-dispose toward illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care
* Assist patients to effectively utilize available resources to meet their personal health needs and help them develop their own capabilities
* Evaluate patients' ability to independently manage self and locate alternative resources when limitations are identified
Advance Care Planning
* Maintains a working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact patient care, e.g., advance directives, power of attorney, and guardianships.
Counseling
* When requested, provide group, individual, and family counseling to patients and their families as requested
Discharge Planning
* Initiate discharge planning when patient is admitted.
* Assure that discharge plans are secured when patient is medically ready for discharge
* Assure that all necessary information has been transmitted to next provider of care.
Record documentation for all social work activities in the electronic medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
* Psychiatry colleagues must document in record after each session and supports information needed for Utilization Review criteria and the patient treatment plan.
Adhere to department productivity standards.
Participate in the monitoring of quality and utilization metrics and participates in improvement efforts to refine the delivery of care to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes.
Assists, as needed, in the staff training, new employee orientation, student education, community education, in-house activities, and general public relations activities.
Refer to ancillary teams when warranted.
Aware of and comply with department and hospital policy and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of care for older adults through accurate assessments, treatment and effective implementation of interventions.
Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics.
Comply with the Illinois Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act.
Participate in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and expertise.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
$27.5-42.7 hourly Auto-Apply 36d ago
Hospital Social Worker
Memorial Health System 4.3
Licensed social worker job in Springfield, IL
Join Memorial Health and make a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. As a Hospital SocialWorker (LSW) with an MSW degree, you'll play a critical role in addressing complex psychosocial factors that affect health outcomes, contributing to holistic, patient-centered care.
What We Offer:
Sign-On Bonus to welcome you to our team!
40 Hours of Front-Loaded PTO
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to inform healthcare decisions.
Address social determinants of health to prevent readmissions and adverse outcomes.
Develop interventions that consider the full psychosocial impact of illness or hospitalization.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to remove barriers to post-acute care.
Facilitate timely referrals to community resources and promote patient self-reliance.
Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions by addressing social needs and avoiding "social admissions."
Bring your LSW license and MSW degree to a dynamic team and help improve patient outcomes through compassionate, proactive care.
Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree of Social Work from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
IllinoisLicensedSocialWorker required within six months of hire date
Experience:
Experience working with adults across the life span presenting with chronic or serious illness
Experience identifying and coordinating the needs of chronically ill patients and families as well as supporting the care team
Understanding of psychosocial implications of illness, hospice and/or home care death and dying issues.
Knowledge of local community resources.
Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness and of the influence of culture on healthcare
Responsibilities
Biopsychosocial Assessment
Utilizing specialized knowledge and experience, make assessment of patients' psychosocial needs, home situation and economic constraints
Psychiatry assessments must be completed within 3 working days of patient's admission and include regulatory mandated information.
Community Resources
Serve as liaison between patients/ families and community agencies
Coordinate information and referrals for financial and community resources to link patients/families to the appropriate resources.
Serve as resource to clinical team, patients and families regarding entitlement to programs and support services
Develop strong working relationships with internal and external healthcare organizations and community resources.
Work with patients to formulate an individualized plan to obtain medication, particularly, in light of Medicare coverage limitations including the facilitation of enrollment in various drug companies' patient assistance programs when warranted
Care Delivery
Work closely and collaboratively with the clinical care team across sites of care
Assist the team with care delivery by scheduling appointments, arranging interpreters, assisting with the completion of forms, ensuring that patients can access services, and arranging transportation to and from medical appointments as needed
Participate in clinic office visits, team rounds, or family conferences with when needed based on site of care
Care Transitions
Coordinate patient care with other disciplines involved in the plan of care and maintain appropriate documentation
Confer with the patient, family, and clinical team to obtain information to coordinate efficient and quality patient care.
Build relationships with primary care providers, skilled nursing facilities, and the community to promote continuity of care
Embody the Memorial Health Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
Support
Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling for patients and their families as needed
Serve as patient advocate, assisting with navigation of patient eligible resources and programs
Provide patients and families with support and information to overcome personal and environmental difficulties which pre-dispose toward illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care
Assist patients to effectively utilize available resources to meet their personal health needs and help them develop their own capabilities
Evaluate patients' ability to independently manage self and locate alternative resources when limitations are identified
Advance Care Planning
Maintains a working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact patient care, e.g., advance directives, power of attorney, and guardianships.
Counseling
When requested, provide group, individual, and family counseling to patients and their families as requested
Discharge Planning
Initiate discharge planning when patient is admitted.
Assure that discharge plans are secured when patient is medically ready for discharge
Assure that all necessary information has been transmitted to next provider of care.
Record documentation for all social work activities in the electronic medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
Psychiatry colleagues must document in record after each session and supports information needed for Utilization Review criteria and the patient treatment plan.
Adhere to department productivity standards.
Participate in the monitoring of quality and utilization metrics and participates in improvement efforts to refine the delivery of care to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes.
Assists, as needed, in the staff training, new employee orientation, student education, community education, in-house activities, and general public relations activities.
Refer to ancillary teams when warranted.
Aware of and comply with department and hospital policy and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of care for older adults through accurate assessments, treatment and effective implementation of interventions.
Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics.
Comply with the Illinois Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act.
Participate in continuing education and in-service training to support professional growth and expertise.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.
$44k-59k yearly est. Auto-Apply 12d ago
Medical Social Worker MSW Home Health PRN
Elara Caring
Licensed social worker job in Decatur, IL
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.
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At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there's no place like home, and that's why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their journey of health, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a **Medical SocialWorker (MSW).** Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.
To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need **a Medical SocialWorker (MSW)** with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
Why Join the Elara Caring mission?
+ Work in a collaborative environment.
+ Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
+ Competitive compensation package
+ Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
+ Opportunities for advancement
+ Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
+ 401(K) with employer match
+ Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
As a **Medical SocialWorker (MSW),** you'll contribute to our success in the following ways:
+ Ensures that all activities are performed aligned with the vision of Elara Caring's board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team.
+ Assesses patients to identify the psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team report, call-in logs, and on-site evaluations.
+ Make the initial social work evaluation visit and reevaluate the patient's social work needs during each following visit.
+ Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in condition or environment to the Supervisor, the physician and/or other personnel involved with patient care.
+ Reports unsafe conditions and the outcome of each visit to the appropriate Supervisor by the end of the day.
+ Implements the plan for patient safety, using patient, family, and community resources.
+ Participates in implementation and development of the Plan of Care to ensure quality and continuity of care and proper discharge planning.
+ Verifies the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provides care according to physician's orders, assessment data, and established standards and guidelines.
+ Initiates and revises the Plan of Care in response to identified patient care issues.
+ Writes physician orders to cover additional visits and changes to the plan of care, per agency policy.
+ Incorporates patient care goals established in the plan of care, as evidenced by documentation in clinical note.
+ Performs appropriate skilled services/interventions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and certified by the patient's physician.
+ Counsels, instructs, and includes the patient and family in following the Plan of Care and meeting social work-related needs.
What is Required?
+ Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
+ 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
+ Current State License as a SocialWorker
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
+ Social work skills as defined as general social work standards
+ 50% travel required
+ Sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs.
+ Valid driver's license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks
The base salary for this position is $60.00 to $70.00 per point, based on the company's good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.
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_We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families._
_Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law._
_Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9._
_At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location._
_This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided._
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$42k-56k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Family Services Specialist
Addus Homecare Corporation
Licensed social worker job in Maroa, IL
Addus Home Care strives to help older adults and people with disabilities to live safe and healthy lives at home. In this job, you will assists families in crisis through DCFS programs including: Family Habilitation Services, Visitation and Housing. Family Service Specialists provide services that help families comply with court-ordered program participation and work through difficult situations. Training is provided through the office and on-the-job.
Family Service Specialist Benefits:
* Pay is $17/HR
* DAILY PAY available for select positions!
* Flexible schedule - full time and part time available
* Direct deposit
* Reimbursement for mileage $.70/mile
FSS Duties:
* Support families to prevent the permanent placement of children out of their home.
* Provide transportation for parent and/or children to and from locations for supervised visitation. Travel can be extensive.
* Work directly with families in the home, teaching and demonstrating homemaking skills, parenting skills, anger management, utilizing effective resources
* Supervised visitation / Unsupervised visitation. Observe all interaction between parents and children during visits parent and redirect if needed
* Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records
* Submit written client progress reports on a monthly basis:
* Scheduled dates and units of service
* Specific goals/issues to be addressed for each date of service
* Documentation as to whether each appointment was successful or missed
* Reports of progress for each identified goal
* Recommendations for future service
* Report all child abuse and neglect
* Attend all mandated trainings
* For families or emancipated foster children in the housing program the FSS locates housing, jobs and other community supports for living independently.
FSS Requirements & Competencies:
* High school diploma or GED is required
* Associates degree or 2 years of child welfare experience is required
* Must be at least 21 years of age
* Experience in social work, child care, or working with families is preferred
* Must have a dependable automobile, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
* Must pass required background checks
$17 hourly 5d ago
School Social Worker Intern 2026-2027
Illinois Association of School 3.8
Licensed social worker job in Morrisonville, IL
Under the general supervision of a licensed school socialworker, the SSW intern will participate as a key member of the educational team working closely with other evaluators, service providers, students, and families in determining eligibility for special education services. The SSW intern will have the opportunity to use information collected through assessment and data collection to design appropriate services to support each students' unique needs in the variety of educational settings. Expertise in a number of areas is drawn upon every day to provide direct social work services, collaborate with school personnel and families, and develop crisis intervention. Knowledge of, or a willingness to learn about and access, social and behavioral support services in the area are important in this position.
Qualifications
* Must be enrolled in a master's degree program in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program with a specialization in school social work completing requirements to lead to ISBE licensure in School Support Personnel-School SocialWorker
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills with the ability and willingness to collaborate with school personnel to promote student learning
* Possess a valid driver's license and maintains automotive insurance coverage as required by IL law
Salary/Benefits
This is a paid internship with contribution toward single insurance, professional development, mileage reimbursement, mentoring and supports, and supervision related to obtaining LCSW upon licensure. Salary range is between $17,000 and $20,000 for full-time employment. Incentives are also offered for continuing employment.
Additional Notes
MSSE is a special education joint agreement cooperative serving over 2,000 students in 13 central Illinois school districts in Bond, Christian, Fayette, Macoupin, and Montgomery counties located mid-way between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO. We are blessed to have a talented and experienced team of school socialworkers who welcome the opportunity to supervise and mentor those joining their profession not only during the internship year but throughout their career. Long-term opportunities within MSSE are available so intern placements are made with this consideration to assist in familiarity and a smooth transition.
How to Apply
A letter of application and current resume should be sent to Bobbi Fisher, Director, PO Box 46, Morrisonville, IL 62546 or to *****************************. Please contact Bobbi at ************ ext. 244 with questions or for more information go to ********************************************************************* Thank you!
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
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Email Address
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School District
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Position Website
http://********************/join-our-team/interns-student-teachers/
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
12/18/2025
Start Date
8/1/2026
$28k-36k yearly est. Easy Apply 39d ago
Clinical Supervisor, LCSW or LCPC
Heritage Behavioral Health Center 4.0
Licensed social worker job in Decatur, IL
Clinical Supervisor (LCSW or LCPC) - Behavioral Health
Schedule: Full-Time |
Every Other Friday Off (Paid Wellness Day)
Salary: $70,000-$75,000 annually (based on licensure) Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 (one-year commitment)
Make a Real Impact. Lead with Purpose.
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Clinical Supervisor (LCSW or LCPC) to join our clinical leadership team. This is an opportunity to guide clinicians, ensure high-quality care, and help shape behavioral health services for individuals across central Illinois.
If you're a mission-driven licensed clinician who loves supporting teams, improving documentation quality, and ensuring person-centered, evidence-based care - this role is for you.
⭐ Why Work at Heritage?Work-Life Balance
Every other Friday off - and it's paid
Generous vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave
Strong Compensation & Benefits
$70,000-$75,000/year
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Health, dental, vision, FSA, and supplemental life insurance
Large agency contributions toward health insurance premiums
401(k) and Roth retirement plans
Fitness reimbursement & employee assistance program (EAP)
Professional Growth
Tuition assistance
Continuing education opportunities
Eligibility for NHSC Loan Repayment Programs
Supportive leadership team invested in your success
We value our staff, and we believe that when we take care of you, you can take the best care of the individuals we serve.
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center
Heritage is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) serving individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs across a multi‑county region. Our teams work collaboratively, emphasize trauma‑informed care, and are committed to compassionate, high-quality services for our community.
What You'll Do
As a Clinical Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring high-quality, clinically sound, and person-centered care across programs. Responsibilities include:
Clinical Oversight & Documentation Review
Serve as a subject-matter expert in mental health and substance use documentation, including review and authorization of assessments and treatment plans.
Verify medical necessity, treatment recommendations, and compliance with Medicaid and regulatory standards.
Monitor progress, evaluate service needs, and provide guidance on treatment adjustments.
Staff Supervision & Development
Provide strengths-based clinical supervision to staff seeking clinical licensure.
Support clinicians through collaborative problem-solving and coaching.
Offer guidance on documentation standards, assessment tools, and best practices.
Quality & Collaboration
Conduct case reviews to identify opportunities for engagement and improved outcomes.
Coordinate with treatment teams to gather additional clinical information as needed.
Partner with program leadership to identify training needs and improve documentation quality.
Participate in clinical staffing meetings and contribute to creative and effective care strategies.
What You Bring
We're looking for someone who is collaborative, supportive, and committed to clinical excellence.
Required:
Master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
Active licensure as LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT
Credentialed or eligible to be credentialed as an LPHA
Minimum age 21
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance
Preferred:
Experience supervising or mentoring clinicians
Knowledge of IM‑CANS, ASAM, and Medicaid documentation standards
Strong understanding of community-based behavioral health services
Commitment to trauma-informed, evidence-based, and strengths-based care
Join a Team That Values You
At Heritage, we believe in empowering both our staff and our clients. As a Clinical Supervisor, you'll shape clinical quality, support future clinicians, and help drive innovative solutions to complex challenges.
If you're ready to lead with compassion and make a meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help us transform lives and strengthen communities.
How much does a licensed social worker earn in Springfield, IL?
The average licensed social worker in Springfield, IL earns between $32,000 and $66,000 annually. This compares to the national average licensed social worker range of $41,000 to $78,000.
Average licensed social worker salary in Springfield, IL