Medical Social Consultant

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Illinois Chicago Full time

Job Summary:
University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a skilled Medical Social Consultant to join our Health Social Work team. As a Medical Social Consultant, you will provide counseling, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and related functions for patients identified as needing social work support or intervention.

About the Role:
This is a full-time position that requires a Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. You must also be a licensed social worker (LSW) or a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the state of Illinois.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients, including social, emotional, cultural, mental status, environmental, and financial circumstances.
• Develop and implement plans of intervention based on mutually established goals with patients and their families.
• Facilitate healthcare surrogacy and/or guardianship processes for patients deemed non-decisional by the medical team.
• Coordinate groups for supportive interventions or educational opportunities.
• Address financial issues related to insurance coverage and payment, referring to the Financial Case Management Unit as needed.
• Manage complex family dynamics impacting the plan of care and discharge planning.
• Investigate, manage, and report suspected abuse or neglect of minor children and vulnerable adults.
• Assess for depression and suicidal ideation using validated tools.
• Provide supportive care for patients considered for hospice/palliative care.
• Perform assessments of the physical environment and adequacy of support systems to prevent a crisis and/or hospitalization.
• Assume responsibility for professional development and social work CE requirements by participating in workshops, conferences, and/or in-services.

What We Offer:
University of Illinois Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, and paid leave. We also offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.



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