Saint Lukes is hiring: Social Worker in Smithville

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Responsible and accountable for assessing the psychological, social, emotional, cultural, or financial needs that impact a patient’s health and recovery. To provide professional social work services that utilize supportive counseling and clinical knowledge in assessing the needs of patients and families during illness, crisis intervention, and post-discharge planning. Collaborates with members of the health care team in the development of a transition plan and addresses needs in a timely manner. Participate in program planning and development to meet the needs of customers within the health care system and community.

Shift: Full time Days

Requirements include:

• Current Missouri MO LMSW or LMSW
• Prefer experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Completes individual and family therapy sessions with patients and their families.
• Participates in daily treatment team meetings.
• Provides psychoeducational group therapy sessions to patients.
• Assists with discharge planning, making referrals, and assisting with transportation arrangements.

Why Saint Luke's?

• We believe in work/life balance
• We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve
• We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard
• We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

• Less than 1 year
• Licensed Masters Social Worker - Various Master’s Degree

Job Details

Full Time Day (United States of America)

The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.