Social Worker - MSW - Behavioral Health

Company: advocate aurora health
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Job Description:

Position Requirements:Masters degree in social work from an Accredited University.2+ years Social Work Experience.Basic computer knowledgeLicensure in the State of Illinois.ACSW.Experience working in stressful situationsIf position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.Purpose:To assist patients and family members in recognizing and reducing the impact of social, economic and emotional factors affecting their abilities to live independently, to provide psychotherapy and counseling for patients either individually, with the family, or in groups and to compile case history.Accountabilities:Counseling/PsychotherapyAssessment ServicesInformation and Referral ServicesAdministrative FunctionsAddendum:This is an outpatient position.

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