Inpatient/Outpatient Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW) - Social Work Services - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week, 8:00a-4:30p; Mon-Fri)

About the role

Medical Social Worker – LMSW/LCSW (Inpatient/Outpatient) Supporting Patients Across Acute, Ambulatory & Long-Term Care Settings. Join our multidisciplinary care team to provide critical support services to patients and families in acute care, outpatient, and long-term care settings at UH Lakewood Medical Center and University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. You will deliver high-quality psychosocial care, engage in crisis intervention, assist with care transitions, and serve as a key resource for 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

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (40 hours per week).