Inpatient/Outpatient OB Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week, 8:00a-4:30p, Mon-Fri)
University Health KC · Kansas City, MO · 5 days ago
OTHRFull-time
About the Role
Join our multidisciplinary care team as a Medical Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) supporting patients across acute, ambulatory, and long-term care settings. You will provide critical psychosocial support services to patients and their families, including crisis intervention, care transitions, and patient education and advocacy.
Responsibilities
- Assess and address the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
- Coordinate discharge planning, referrals, and protective services as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention, pre-admission screening, and long-term care support.
- Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient-centered care.
- May participate in program development, professional training, and student supervision.
Qualifications
For LCSW Candidates:
- Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri.
- At least 2 years of post-graduate clinical experience.
- Solid understanding of clinical theory and social work practice.
- Research and analytical skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication, including public speaking.
- Ability to work across diverse populations and healthcare teams.
- Experience in healthcare or mental health settings preferred.
- If applicable, must meet requirements outlined in our Fleet Driving Safety Policy.
For LMSW Candidates:
- Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
- Licensed in Missouri as an LMSW, or eligible to obtain license within 90 days of hire.
- Strong knowledge of social work practice and theory at the MSW level.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Healthcare or mental health care experience is a plus.
Benefits
- Be part of a mission-driven team focused on whole-person care.
- Grow your career through clinical experience, mentorship, and education opportunities.
- Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.
Schedule
5 days per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Hours per week: 40.