Case Management Social Worker – Inpatient

Carle Health

. Provide social work services to patients and families to meet psychosocial needs, enhance problem-solving and coping capacities, and facilitate timely discharge .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUrbana • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $55 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing social work services, including psychosocial assessments, care planning, and advocacy for patients and families. Proficient in navigating financial assistance programs and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)Master's Degree in Social WorkPsychosocial AssessmentCare PlanningFinancial Assistance Navigation

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Hard Skills

PASRR AssessmentsCase PlanningAbuse and Neglect EvaluationCommunity Resource EducationHealth Care Surrogacy Act Compliance

Soft Skills

Empathic ListeningOrganizational SkillsFlexibilitySelf-MotivationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Industry Keywords

Acute Stroke CareSenior Nursing Facility (SNF)Illinois MedicaidCarle Financial Assistance ProgramGovernment Entitlements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide social work services to patients and families to meet psychosocial needs, enhance problem-solving and coping capacities, and facilitate timely discharge
Arrange post-discharge services and assist with new Senior Nursing Facility (SNF) placement
Address acute social determinants and collaborate with healthcare team members on communication and care planning
Investigate uninsured or self-pay cases to identify insurance coverage and financial assistance needs
Evaluate patients for abuse or neglect and make appropriate referrals
Involve patients and families in case planning decisions
Keep the director or manager informed of problematic cases, especially legal or risk management issues
Assist and advocate for patients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements
Provide social work intervention, support, and planning for death, adoption, and fetal demise cases
Respond to healthcare team referrals by identifying facilities and services for during and after hospitalization
Help identify Health Care Surrogates under the Health Care Surrogacy Act
Assess uninsured or underinsured patients for Illinois Medicaid and Carle Financial Assistance Program eligibility
Complete PASRR assessments for discharge to extended care facilities
Complete mandated reports of suspected abuse or neglect and collaborate with investigating bodies on safe plans
Arrange transportation for medical appointments or discharge home when possible
Educate and connect patients with community resources, including in-home help, meals, housing, charity assistance, and support groups
Provide empathic listening and emotional support in person or by phone

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree in Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients
Ability to coordinate multiple projects concurrently and establish priorities
Strong planning and organizational skills
Self-motivated
Flexibility in hours and job duties
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus: LCSW: $10,000; LSW (<1 year experience): $1,000; LSW (1+ years experience): $2,500
Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers
Continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients