Saint Luke's Health System·Kansas City, Missouri
Provide social work services to patients with acute, chronic, or terminal illnesses in an acute care setting. Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
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Job Details: Full-time; Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm; In-Person Provides social work services to patients in an acute care setting for patients with acute, chronic or terminal illnesses and their families Services to patients and their families include: identification of psychosocial needs, psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, crisis intervention, information and referrals, protective services, and patient/family education Functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team for patient care.
Duties may also include assistance with program development, evaluation, professional education, or supervision of students and BSW staff.
Certified LMSW or LCSW Missouri Social Work license Master's Degree in Social Work Prefer prior experience in a healthcare setting (i.e., hospital, home health or nursing home) but not required.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills.
Computer skills, Basic typing skills Why Saint Luke’s?
We believe in work/life balance We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals Job Requirements Applicable Experience: 2 years Licensed Masters Social Worker (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Master's Degree - Social Work Job Details Full Time Day (United States of America) The best place to get care.
The best place to give care.
Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day.
Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City.
Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care.
Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requires a Master's Degree in Social Work and a valid Missouri LMSW or LCSW license. Two years of applicable experience is required, with prior healthcare experience preferred.
Market context
Hospital social worker roles in Missouri often draw steady interest because employers need clinicians who can coordinate discharge planning, connect patients with community resources, and support families through complex care transitions. This role is competitive for candidates with a master’s in social work, an active Missouri LMSW or LCSW, and hospital experience; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time before applying. A practical next step is to prepare examples of discharge coordination and resource referrals that show your hospital-based impact.
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