Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Resurrection Life Center
Department: Social Services
Schedule: Full Time, Day
Salary: $49,140.00 - $71,867.25 per year
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, and self-determination by actively listening to their concerns, addressing psychosocial needs, and ensuring their preferences guide all care planning and decision-making.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify each resident’s emotional, social, cultural, and environmental needs, developing individualized care plans that promote safety, comfort, and quality of life.
• Provide ongoing counseling, emotional support, and crisis intervention to residents and their families, helping them navigate adjustment to long-term care, changes in health status, and end-of-life planning with compassion and respect.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• Master Social Worker, preferred.
Education:
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required.
Work Experience:
• 3 years of experience preferred.
What additional preferences we're seeking
Licensed Social Worker
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Location: Chicago, IL
Facility: Resurrection Life Center
Department: Social Services
Schedule: Full Time, Day
Salary: $49,140.00 - $71,867.25 per year
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, and self-determination by actively listening to their concerns, addressing psychosocial needs, and ensuring their preferences guide all care planning and decision-making.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify each resident’s emotional, social, cultural, and environmental needs, developing individualized care plans that promote safety, comfort, and quality of life.
• Provide ongoing counseling, emotional support, and crisis intervention to residents and their families, helping them navigate adjustment to long-term care, changes in health status, and end-of-life planning with compassion and respect.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• Master Social Worker, preferred.
Education:
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required.
Work Experience:
• 3 years of experience preferred.
What additional preferences we're seeking
Licensed Social Worker
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Licensed Clinical Social Worker position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.