Social Worker Case Management

Your future role at a glance 

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Facility: Ascension Alexian Brothers

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-Time

Salary: $60,060.00 - $87,837.75  per year

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Assess patients' needs and coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care from admission to discharge within Case Management departments. Provide support and education regarding resources available to cope with emotional, financial and social needs that arise with a diagnosis.

• Develop care plans for patients based on assessment findings and consideration of needs and preferences.
• Assess complex emotional, psychological and physical issues to understand what the patient requires and how social work can provide support.
• Advocate for patients' needs and ensure the medical system respects their rights and caters to their preferences.
• Maintain ongoing dialog with leadership and care transition team members to ensure effective implementation and reevaluation of care plan.
• Monitor metrics with observation, readmissions and length of stay

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred. ACM also accepted.
• Certified Social Worker preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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