Licensed Social Worker-LSW

Description

This is a PRN position which will require on call shifts for psych assessments in the ED after hours/weekends and inpatient floors as needed.

Location

Mishawaka

Status

PRN - on call shifts

What You Will Do

• Manage a social work caseload, supporting patients and families experiencing social, emotional, or environmental challenges that impact their health
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, hospital personnel, and community agencies to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
• Participate in case conferences to assess social needs, family dynamics, strengths, and barriers to care
• Advocate for patients by connecting them to community resources and supporting transitions across care settings
• Help patients and families understand and follow medical recommendations to support optimal health outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and provide timely progress updates to physicians and care teams
• Serve as a resource and educator to clinical staff on how emotional and social factors affect physical health
• Actively promote excellent customer service, patient safety, and organizational values

What You Will Need

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• 1-2 years recent social work experience with Psych background strongly preferred
• Active and valid Indiana social work license
• Minimum of one year of social work experience in a medical, healthcare, or mental health setting
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, clinicians, and community partners
• Comfort working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Basic competency with electronic medical records and computer applications