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Find your calling at Mercy! Provides social work services for patients and families to enhance their psychosocial functioning. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details: Social Worker II - Mercy STL - Full Time - Days
The Social Worker II provides psychosocial assessments, counseling, case management, patient education, and discharge planning services for patients and families. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, this role advocates for patients, coordinates care, and helps address behavioral, emotional, social, and environmental factors impacting health and recovery. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care and discharge plans.
Provide counseling, crisis intervention, patient education, and case management services. Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, community agencies, and other healthcare providers. Assist patients and families in accessing community resources and follow-up services.
Advocate for patients with mental health and substance use concerns. Identify and respond appropriately to abuse, neglect, and safety concerns, including required reporting. Maintain timely and accurate documentation and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Support quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and confidentiality standards. Qualifications Education Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required. Licensure Current LMSW or LCSW license in the state of employment required.
Experience 0-2 years of social work experience required. Acute care hospital or behavioral health experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time management abilities. Knowledge of behavioral health, medical social work, and community resources. Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work collaboratively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Valid driver's license required. Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
As we grow, you'll grow with us.
About the role
The Social Worker II provides psychosocial assessments, counseling, case management, patient education, and discharge planning services for patients and families. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, this role advocates for patients, coordinates care, and helps address behavioral, emotional, social, and environmental factors impacting health and recovery.