Discharge Planner MSW -Per Diem Float -Linden Oaks

Hourly Pay Range: $30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Discharge Planner - Float Location: LOH-Naperville Full Time- 40hrs/week Hours: Days 8:00-4:30 What you will do: Floats to all inpatient units and demonstrates ability to quickly shift between clinical responsibilities and discharge planning. Conducts psychosocial assessments, family sessions, group and carries a therapy caseload as needed. Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of community resources (12 step support meetings, recovery home and residential treatment facilities) and medical allied staff expertise to assure an appropriate discharge liaison is implemented. Provides educational support through individual and group sessions focusing on orientation, relapse prevention and discharge planning. Attends treatment team meeting and care conferences to discuss key social, financial, and discharge planning factors which may affect patients' responses to treatment is necessary. Educates patients and patient families regarding the effects of illness and disability on personal adjustment, family dynamics, relationships, social issues and the like. Maintains accurate and timely medical records including psycho-social assessments, family session and daily process notes to include school personnel and other community collateral involvement. Provides descriptions of therapeutic interventions and patient response for discharge planning process including after visit summary. Continuously communicates discharge plan to patients, patient families and staff in order to help patient with adjustment to hospitalization and to facilitate discharge plan. Meets with patients to identify patient goals for discharge, available resources and discharge planning needs as directed by the clinical therapist. Provides discharge planning services for identified patient as directed by the physician and treatment team. Contacts appropriate previous and current tertiary caregivers to obtain relevant collateral clinical data that may be needed for the patient’s coordination of care, treatment planning and discharge planning. Assists with the administration of the treatment outcome package (TOPs). Attends and participates in all required meetings including interdisciplinary treatment planning, administrative, in-service training, and so forth. Remains abreast of agencies, professional organizations, and other resources that will assist patients and families in providing continuity of care after discharge and directs patients and patient families to same, as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and by attending related seminars, conference and the like. What you will need: Masters Degree Social Work or Counseling Required 3 Years of experience in a behavioral health care setting, with a minimum of one year being in acute care 2 Years of previous social work experience (Preferred) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Required Or Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Required Or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Required Or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Required And CPR or BLS - American Heart Association (AHA) Required CPI Certification - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification within 90 days of start date into position Required Benefits (For full time or part time positions): Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options Tuition Reimbursement Free Parking Wellness Program Savings Plan Health Savings Account Options Retirement Options with Company Match Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor. Current Endeavor Health employees: Please do not apply through this site. 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