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Inpatient Medical Social Worker

American Addiction Centers·West Allis, Wisconsin

$31 - $46/hr·Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 27 days ago
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About the role

Deliver comprehensive social work support through psychosocial assessments, interventions, and discharge planning for inpatient medical patients. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe transitions of care and connect patients with community resources.

Department

11210 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Social Services

Status: Part time

Benefits: Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week: 20

Schedule Details/Additional Information: First shift, includes occasional Saturdays, occasional holidays

Pay Range

$30.70 - $46.05

Job Description

Where You Will Work

Aurora West Allis is located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort. Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care. We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.

We’re Looking For

  • Licensure or Certifications
  • Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin

Degrees

  • Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school.
  • Years of
  • Experience: 1 year of social work experience in healthcare

What You’ll Do

Schedule: Part Time, 20 hours per week

Where You Will Work

Aurora West Allis is located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort. Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care. We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.

We’re Looking For

  • Licensure or Certifications
  • WI locations
  • Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin

Degrees

  • Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school.
  • Years of
  • Experience: 1 year of social work experience in healthcare

What You’ll Do

Schedule

Part time, first shift, 20 hours a week, includes occasional Saturdays and holidays.

As an Inpatient Medical Social Worker, you will

Deliver comprehensive social work support by conducting psychosocial assessments, identifying patient needs, implementing appropriate interventions, follow-up care, and discharge planning.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe, timely care across the continuum, including post-acute services and community resources, while advocating for patient-centered care.

Educate patients and families on healthcare decisions, available resources, and complex issues such as advanced directives, end-of-life care, and social concerns.

Connect individuals to community services and agencies, ensuring continuity of care and smooth transitions.

Support care coordination by managing length of stay, reducing readmissions, and ensuring appropriate levels of care within network systems.

Maintain clear communication, thorough documentation, and compliance with regulatory and professional standards, while also contributing to staff education and professional development.

Demonstrate knowledge of social work principles and methods and the ability to apply these in a health care setting.

Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Exposed to a normal office environment.

Exposed to patient care environment. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases, therefore team members must abide by personal protective equipment as ordered.

Weekend, holiday, and evening coverage per site requirement.

Position requires sitting, standing, speaking, reading/writing, and walking throughout the workday.

Fast paced work environment with established time constraints per site.

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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards

benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

  • Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

  • and more
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

Note

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health [https://www.advocatehealth.org/] is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health.

Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care [https://www.advocatehealth.com/] in Illinois; Atrium Health [https://atriumhealth.org/] in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care [https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/] in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine [https://school.wakehealth.edu/] serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited school and a Social Work Certification from the State of Wisconsin. Candidates must have at least one year of social work experience within a healthcare setting.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Education
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Care Coordination
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Discharge Planning
  • Psychosocial Assessments

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$31 - $46/hr
Location
West Allis, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 1, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

American Addiction Centers

American Addiction Centers (AAC) is a nationwide network of treatment centers, offering a full continuum of care. We take a holistic approach to addiction treatment — by addressing each client as a whole person. We work to consider how factors such as an individual’s lifestyle,...

Salary listed on 3,647 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Behavioral health demand remains steady in Wisconsin

Behavioral-health roles in Wisconsin are typically in steady demand because employers need licensed professionals who can support patients across healthcare and social-service settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current Social Worker license, at least two years of experience, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a Master’s preferred; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure and experience match before applying.

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