Social Worker at Swedish American – Rockford, Illinois

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist the care coordination team (provider, nurse, care managers, care coordinators etc.) by providing medical social work services to patients and their families in the inpatient setting to enhance psychosocial functioning and continuity of care. Provides advocacy, information and referral services to patients and families to address their medical and psychosocial needs. Provides assistance with overall program development, community development, training and education in area of responsibility. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Masters degree in Social Work required. At least two years experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

State of Illinois licensure required within 1 year of starting in this role.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual clinical job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with patients, physicians, families, managers and members of the community under varied conditions. Excellent organizational, critical-thinking and conflict resolution skills required.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.