Indiana University Health
Overview
Social Worker (MSW, LCSW) | Location: Riley Hospital, Indianapolis | Shift: Full-Time Days (3-12 hour shifts/week) with rotating weekends (6 AM – 6 PM) and on-call/holiday rotation.
Join Our Compassionate Pediatric and Family Care Team! Indiana University Health Riley Hospital is seeking a
LCSW
to provide expert psychosocial assessments, therapeutic interventions, discharge planning, and crisis management in a dynamic hospital environment. Apply today and become an integral part of our mission to deliver compassionate, comprehensive care.
Position Overview The Social Worker (LCSW) is responsible for face-to-face interactions with patients and families, serving as a resource and role model for students, interns, and other healthcare providers. Your key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the clinical team to develop treatment plans addressing psychosocial needs
Communicating complex patient/family needs and modeling caring practices
Assessing psychosocial risk factors, prior functioning, support systems, and reactions to illness
Counseling patients and families on emotional, social, and financial impacts of health issues
Mobilizing community and family resources to meet identified needs
Providing mental health assessments upon physician referral
Facilitating complex discharge planning to ensure safe transitions of care
Serving as the point person for cases involving abuse, neglect, domestic violence, guardianship, foster care, and adoption
Acting as liaison with child and adult protective services and community agencies
Supporting crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, including managing potentially dangerous situations
Utilizing evidence-based psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention strategies
Leading decision-making conversations about goals of care and discharge planning
Adapting services to meet the needs of diverse populations across cultural, geographic, and financial backgrounds
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
Licensure:
Permanent LCSW licensure required.
Certifications:
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or equivalent de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.
Experience:
Proven experience in crisis intervention, mental health, or substance use disorders, preferably in hospital or pediatric settings.
Knowledge & Skills:
Evidence-based psychosocial assessment and short-term therapeutic counseling
Knowledge of disease processes and human behavior related to health social needs
Complex discharge planning and coordination skills
Familiarity with legal mandates for child and adult protective services
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies
Computer literacy and proficiency in electronic medical record documentation
Experience serving geographically, culturally, and financially diverse populations
Additional:
May be scheduled for on-call shifts and holiday rotations.
Why Join IU Health Riley Hospital? Be part of a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional pediatric and family-centered care. We support your professional growth and value your expertise in making a difference in the lives of children and families. For more information, refer to IU Health Benefits.
Application Ready to provide compassionate psychosocial support in a dynamic hospital setting? Apply now to join IU Health Riley Hospital as a Social Worker (LCSW)!
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Join Our Compassionate Pediatric and Family Care Team! Indiana University Health Riley Hospital is seeking a
LCSW
to provide expert psychosocial assessments, therapeutic interventions, discharge planning, and crisis management in a dynamic hospital environment. Apply today and become an integral part of our mission to deliver compassionate, comprehensive care.
Position Overview The Social Worker (LCSW) is responsible for face-to-face interactions with patients and families, serving as a resource and role model for students, interns, and other healthcare providers. Your key responsibilities include:
Collaborating with the clinical team to develop treatment plans addressing psychosocial needs
Communicating complex patient/family needs and modeling caring practices
Assessing psychosocial risk factors, prior functioning, support systems, and reactions to illness
Counseling patients and families on emotional, social, and financial impacts of health issues
Mobilizing community and family resources to meet identified needs
Providing mental health assessments upon physician referral
Facilitating complex discharge planning to ensure safe transitions of care
Serving as the point person for cases involving abuse, neglect, domestic violence, guardianship, foster care, and adoption
Acting as liaison with child and adult protective services and community agencies
Supporting crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, including managing potentially dangerous situations
Utilizing evidence-based psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention strategies
Leading decision-making conversations about goals of care and discharge planning
Adapting services to meet the needs of diverse populations across cultural, geographic, and financial backgrounds
Qualifications & Requirements
Education:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
Licensure:
Permanent LCSW licensure required.
Certifications:
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or equivalent de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.
Experience:
Proven experience in crisis intervention, mental health, or substance use disorders, preferably in hospital or pediatric settings.
Knowledge & Skills:
Evidence-based psychosocial assessment and short-term therapeutic counseling
Knowledge of disease processes and human behavior related to health social needs
Complex discharge planning and coordination skills
Familiarity with legal mandates for child and adult protective services
Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies
Computer literacy and proficiency in electronic medical record documentation
Experience serving geographically, culturally, and financially diverse populations
Additional:
May be scheduled for on-call shifts and holiday rotations.
Why Join IU Health Riley Hospital? Be part of a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional pediatric and family-centered care. We support your professional growth and value your expertise in making a difference in the lives of children and families. For more information, refer to IU Health Benefits.
Application Ready to provide compassionate psychosocial support in a dynamic hospital setting? Apply now to join IU Health Riley Hospital as a Social Worker (LCSW)!
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