SOCIAL WORKER - LCSW-UHR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 4W

You belong at Union! Why Union? Union Health is an award-winning integrated health system and the Wabash Valley's largest employer. Union Health is an independent and not-for-profit health system. Union Health consists of Union Hospital, Union Hospital Clinton, Union Hospital Regional and Union Medical Group. Union Health offers a full spectrum of healthcare career opportunities across the continuum of care. The organizations that make up Union Health have a long tradition of serving the health care needs of West Central Indiana and East Central Illinois residents, stretching back more than 125 years. The LCSW provides advanced clinical assessment and leadership in managing complex psychosocial cases. You would ensure effective care planning, crisis intervention, and seamless coordination across the continuum of care. This role reports to the Director. Essential & valuable skills gained (in this unit or in this department):

• De-escalation and crisis intervention techniques
• Therapeutic communication and active listening
• Patient safety awareness and risk assessment (suicide/self-harm)
• Interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration
• Trauma-informed care approach
• Emotional intelligence and empathy in high-stress situations (Unit / Dept.) Successes and Designation
• Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate behavioral health care
• Strong focus on safety and stabilization outcomes
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for holistic treatment plans
• Supportive environment promoting recovery and resilience
• Alignment with evidence-based behavioral health practices (Unit / Dept.) Training & Onboarding Culture
• Structured onboarding with hands-on shadowing and mentorship
• Ongoing education in de-escalation and behavioral health best practices
• Supportive team environment encouraging questions and growth
• Emphasis on safety protocols and real-world scenario training
• Continuous feedback and development opportunities

Essential Job Duties:

Conducts home and facility visits to evaluate patients and families in non-hospital settings Collaborates with Clinical Care Coordinators to identify and manage complex cases requiring psychosocial intervention Performs and documents depression screenings and ensures appropriate follow-up care Completes follow-up calls or visits within one business day of care encounters Works with Medical Management to interpret and apply beneficiary benefits and services as a liaison Communicates and collaborates with hospital social workers to determine appropriate transition of care needs Performs comprehensive psychosocial assessments with early identification of complex issues or changes in condition Incorporates age-specific needs into care planning Effectively manages workload to ensure timely and smooth care transitions Assumes a leadership role in managing catastrophic cases and executing care plans Facilitates and coordinates transitions for complex patients, including arranging transportation as needed Maintains knowledge of facilities and appropriate community resources Applies federal, state, and organizational regulations related to care planning and continuum of care Communicates care plans with Clinical Care Coordinators, physicians, families, and care facilities Maintains accurate, concise, and timely documentation in medical and departmental systems Participates in departmental, ACO, and community education and in-service programs

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work required Minimum of five years of clinical experience within the last seven years Strong knowledge of clinical social work practices and Indiana state laws Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in case management preferred Ability to manage complex cases and collaborate across interdisciplinary teams Strong organizational, documentation, and time management skills Licenses /

Certifications:

Current Social Work licensure through the State of Indiana required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy : Part-time and Full-time schedules Comprehensive Benefits Paid Time Off starting day one. Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year. Career Paths Success Sharing 403b Retirement Employer Match. Much More! Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong . How can we help? Call us at 812-238-7827 or email us at recruiting@union.health Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role. We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details. As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.