Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Provide mental or clinical social work services both telephonic and in the home of clients Carry out comprehensive social work assessments by phone or in-person via home visits todevelop a plan of care for the client Work directly with patients and their families to address unmet needs and provide thenecessary social work services to help patients and support achieve their care goals Maintain relationships with referring partners through consistent and timely communication Promote the STARS program and the STARS CRDC Resource Centers program offerings byhelping clients to connect with programs that address their needs Evaluate patients (existing, new, and prospective) based on their needs, limitations, and desires Address concerns and goals while maintaining constant communication with the patient Build rapport with patients and their families Coordinate care with PT and OT Respond to crisis situations that affect vulnerable or mentally unstable seniors Advocate and raise awareness on behalf of clients and the needs of the community Required Qualifications: Master's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, healthcare, or another related field Valid and current LCSW (Illinois) 2-5 years of professional social work experience Experience in Case Management Working with geriatric patients Preferred Qualifications: Master’s in Social Work Home Care Hospice experience Bilingual Spanish Competencies: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Handles Pressure Confidentiality Assessment, Counseling Excellent listening and communication skills Able to work nights and weekends Must have transportation available to travel to meet with clients Self-directed and able to work without supervision Extensive background inRehab FacilitiesHospitalDepressionTrauma Benefits. Under the direction of the CEO, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will provide direct services tosenior adults and caregivers from a variety of referral sources.