Medical Social Consultant - UI Health, Oncology & Epilepsy Job at UI Health in C

Medical Social Consultant – UI Health, Oncology & Epilepsy

Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Work Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Days
FTE: 1
Workplace Type: On‑Site
Posting Close Date: October 28, 2025
Salary Range: $67,329.60 – $118,747.20 per annum

About UI Health

UI Health is a comprehensive academic medical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission‑accredited tertiary care hospital, outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network. It is dedicated to health equity and offers a collaborative environment for clinical, educational, and research excellence.

Role Overview

The Medical Social Consultant provides comprehensive psychosocial assessment and discharge planning for oncology, epilepsy, and related patient populations. The consultant collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, supports patients and families through complex decision‑making, and utilizes community resources to facilitate safe and effective transitions of care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessment of patients and families, addressing emotional, cultural, financial, and environmental factors.
• Develop and document individualized intervention plans consistent with interdisciplinary goals.
• Coordinate and advocate for community resources, financial assistance, and surrogate decision‑making processes.
• Facilitate discharge planning, ensuring timely communication of care plans to physicians, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and designated caregivers.
• Attend daily Multidisciplinary Rounds and unit/clinic–based rounds to collaborate on patient care.
• Identify and resolve barriers to discharge and participate in conflict resolution to expedite transition of care.
• Provide supportive care for patients considered for hospice/palliative care and lead family meetings to discuss goals of care.
• Lead educational and group interventions for patients and families, addressing medical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.
• Maintain competency for Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentialing within Illinois.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Master’s degree in social work, behavioral science, or a related health specialty from an accredited institution.
• Current Illinois licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Application Process

Please submit a complete online application, including work history, education, licensure, and relevant certifications. Upload a resume, cover letter, and any supporting documents. Illinois residency is required within 180 days of employment.

EEO Statement

UI Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Accommodations

UI Health provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an accommodation.