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Inpatient Psych Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services UH Truman Me

University Health KC, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Inpatient Psych Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services UH Truman Medical Center (Mon - Fri, 8:00a-4:30p; 5 days per week)

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Inpatient Psych Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services UH Truman Medical Center (Mon - Fri, 8:00a-4:30p; 5 days per week)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Social Work Services UHTMC

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

Inpatient Social Worker for Psychology Consultation Team

Medical Social Worker – LMSW/LCSW

Supporting Patients Across Inpatient Psych

Are you a compassionate and driven Social Worker ready to make a meaningful difference in patient lives? Join our multidisciplinary care team and help provide critical support services to patients and their families in a variety of healthcare settings — including acute care, outpatient, and long-term care.

As a

Medical Social Worker , you will deliver high-quality psychosocial care, engage in crisis intervention, assist with care transitions, and be a key resource for patient education and advocacy.

What You’ll Do

Assess and address the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Coordinate discharge planning, referrals, and protective services as needed. Provide crisis intervention, pre-admission screening, and long-term care support. Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient-centered care. May participate in program development, professional training, and student supervision.

Qualifications

For LCSW Candidates:

Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program

Active

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

in Missouri

At least

2 years of post-graduate clinical experience

Solid understanding of clinical theory and social work practice

Research and analytical skills

Strong written and verbal communication — including public speaking

Ability to work across diverse populations and healthcare teams

Experience In Healthcare Or Mental Health Settings Preferred

If applicable, must meet requirements outlined in our

Fleet Driving Safety Policy

For LMSW Candidates

Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program

Licensed in Missouri as an

LMSW , or eligible to obtain license within 90 days of hire

Strong knowledge of social work practice and theory at the MSW level

Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Healthcare or mental health care experience is a plus

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Be part of a mission-driven team focused on whole-person care. Grow your career through clinical experience, mentorship, and education opportunities. Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.

Ready to bring compassion and clinical expertise to the forefront of care? We’d love to meet you. Seniority level

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