Social Worker needs 2 years' of post-graduate experience in hospital Social Work or related settings Social Worker requires:

2 years' of post-graduate experience in hospital Social Work or related settings.

A high level of interpersonal skills to affect positive outcomes.

Organizational skills necessary to prioritize and manage an appropriate caseload of patients coupled with performing the Social Worker functions.

Self-direction required for daily work.

Analytical skills necessary to independently collect, analyze, and interpret data, resolve problems requiring innovative solutions and to negotiate in sensitive situations.

Licensure in Illinois. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). •

Experience with pediatric populations

Experience with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes populations (preferred)

Social Worker duties:

Meets directly with patient/family to perform a comprehensive assessment including social, emotional, cultural, mental status, environmental and financial circumstances in conjunction with interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.

Recommends a plan of intervention based on patient needs, preference and mutually established goals.

Provides psychosocial interventions