Medical Social Consultant - UI Health, Oncology & Epilepsy Job at University of

Medical Social Consultant – UI Health, Oncology & Epilepsy

University of Illinois Chicago – University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

Position Details

• Hiring Department: Continuum of Care
• Location: Chicago, IL, USA
• Requisition ID: 1037256
• FTE: 1.0
• Work Schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Shift: Days
• # of Positions: 2
• Workplace Type: On‑Site
• Posting Close Date: October 28, 2025
• Salary Range: $67,329.60 – $118,747.20 per year
• Illinois Residency required within 180 days of employment

About UI Health

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. UI Health is a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission‑accredited tertiary care hospital, outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.

This position is eligible for benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients/families, addressing social, emotional, cultural, mental status, environmental, and financial circumstances and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Document initial psychosocial assessments, interventions, and transitions in a timely, clear, and legible manner.
• Manage and resolve barriers to discharge planning, coordinate placement and resource utilization, and facilitate timely resolution of system problems.
• Facilitate health care surrogacy and/or guardianship processes for patients deemed non‑decisional, leading efforts to identify family and surrogate decision makers.
• Collaborate with legal and complex service line departments to file for Illinois state guardians when necessary.
• Coordinate groups for supportive interventions or educational opportunities and address financial issues related to insurance coverage and payment.
• Conflict resolution and management of complex family dynamics impacting plan of care and discharge planning, including coordination of complex clinical case conferences.
• Investigate, manage, and report suspected abuse or neglect of minor children and vulnerable adults, providing safety planning and documenting cases of suspected intimate partner violence/domestic violence of adults.
• Assess depression and suicidal ideation using validated tools, addressing psychiatric symptoms and substance use disorders.
• Provide supportive care for patients considered for hospice/palliative care and participate in family meetings to discuss goals of care and end‑of‑life planning.
• Address needs for patients who are unhoused and perform assessments of the physical environment to prevent crises.
• Participate in quality improvement committees and related activities where Social Work involvement is warranted.
• Provide cross‑coverage to other clinics and inpatient units as assigned and assist with training new staff and student interns.
• Collect and report financial indicators related to length of stay, avoidable days, resource utilization, discharge barriers, readmission rates, and denials.
• Use data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related to social work for assigned patients and units.
• Assume responsibility for professional development and Social Work clinical education requirements by participating in workshops, conferences, and in‑services.
• Develop and lead groups or education sessions based on program needs.
• Perform inpatient and ambulatory medical social work duties and manage discharge planning through placement coordination and resource utilization.
• Maintain competency for Licensed Social Worker (LSW)/Clinical Licensure (LCSW) and program credentialing to allow billing of services.

Minimum Qualifications Required

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

To Apply

Click the Apply Now button and fully complete all sections of the online application, including your full work history with detailed duties & responsibilities for each position held, education, licensure, certification, and language sections. Upload your resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the application. Once submitted you will not be able to make changes; to revise you must withdraw and reapply. The application will close on October 28, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Illinois System is an equal‑opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. All applicants are required to complete a non‑discrimination statement and background check. Illinois residency is required within 180 days of employment. We provide accommodations to applicants and employees—please request an accommodation.

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