Job Summary
The Social Worker provides direct, in-person support to patients and their families. The role focuses on evaluating psychosocial concerns, arranging appropriate services, and coordinating complex discharge plans. The Social Worker is also the main contact for cases involving abuse, neglect, or domestic violence and works closely with the broader healthcare team to support patient needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide face-to-face support to patients and families.
- Assess psychosocial risks and needs.
- Coordinate complex discharge planning.
- Act as the primary contact for abuse, neglect, and domestic violence cases.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members in coordinating patient care.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Social Work.
- Permanent LSW licensure.
- Obtain certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention or approved alternative de-escalation training within six months of hire.
IU Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
