Discharge Planner MSW -Per Diem Float -Linden Oaks

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 comprehensive knowledge of community resources (12‑step support meetings, recovery homes, 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 meetings and care conferences to discuss key social, financial, and discharge planning factors that may affect patients’ responses to treatment. Educates patients and patient families regarding the effects of illness and disability on personal adjustment, family dynamics, relationships, and social issues. Maintains accurate and timely medical records including psycho‑social assessments, family session and daily process notes, 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, families, and staff to facilitate adjustment to hospitalization and discharge. 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 patients as directed by the physician and treatment team. Contacts appropriate previous and current tertiary caregivers to obtain relevant collateral clinical data needed for patient 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 meetings, in‑service training, and related activities. Remains abreast of agencies, professional organizations, and other resources that assist patients and families in continuity of care after discharge and directs them to those resources as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading books, journals, and other literature, and attending related seminars, conferences, and the like. What you will need: Master’s Degree in Social Work or Counseling. Minimum 3 years’ experience in a behavioral health care setting, with at least one year in acute care. Minimum 2 years of previous social work experience (preferred). Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) orLicensed Social Worker (LSW) – Illinois IDFPR orLicensed Professional Counselor (LPC) – Illinois IDFPR orLicensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) – Illinois IDFPR (all required). CPR or BLS – American Heart Association (AHA) (required). CPI Certification – Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) within 90 days of start date (required). Benefits (for full‑time or part‑time positions): Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, holiday, and more based on job and hours. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Career pathways to promote professional growth and development. Medical, dental, vision, pet, and wellness program options. Tuition reimbursement. Free parking. Health savings account (HSA) and savings plan. Retirement options with company match. Paid time off and holiday pay. Community involvement opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr 2300 Naperville Psychiatric Ventures D/B/A Linden Oaks Hospital