Licensed Social Worker

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Licensed Social Worker This position is a PRN/Per-diem to cover for varied shifts on evenings, weekends, and holidays Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola University Medical Center is part of a three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center , Gottlieb Memorial Hospital , and MacNeal Hospital . What you will do: Provide psychiatric and substance use assessments, crisis intervention and consultation to the Emergency Department and nursing units. Responds in person and via telephone to those in behavioral health crises. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families who are in acute distress. Determines appropriate level of care through the assessment process. Facilitates admissions to psychiatric treatment or provides appropriate outpatient referrals when indicated. Completes eligibility/benefit verifications and insurance pre-authorizations. Consults with on-call psychiatrist on all patients. Coordinates incoming transfers to Behavioral Health units from other facilities. Completes legal paperwork prior to admission. Collaborates with nursing staff regarding patients' medical needs and placement on appropriate inpatient psychiatric units. Provision and promotion of the delivery of patient care in accordance with Behavioral Health Department standards of quality care consistent with accepted standards of practice. Timely completion of documentation consistent with established policy and procedures within patient medical record. We offer our employees: Benefits from Day One Competitive compensation Career Development Tuition Reimbursement On Site Fitness Center Educational Stipend Referral rewards What you will need: • Master's degree required in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work • Certification/Licensure: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required. Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred. Compensation: Salary Range: $30.00 - $46.51per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Benefits: Click or copy URL to your browser: Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.