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Inpatient Medical Social Worker

Advocate Health · Green Bay, WI

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to coordinate a discharge plan for a patient who didn't have a safe place to go.

real experience with complex discharge planning and resourcefulness under constraint

Describe a case where you suspected abuse or neglect. What steps did you take?

knowledge of mandatory reporting and actual follow-through under a sensitive situation

How do you work with case managers, nurses, and physicians on a multidisciplinary team to keep a care plan moving forward?

ability to collaborate across roles without stepping on scope or losing the patient's voice

Tell me about a readmission you think could have been prevented. What would you have done differently?

understanding of how social work interventions connect to readmission rates and outcomes

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a colleague or supervisor about the right course of action for a patient. How did you handle it?

conflict resolution skills and ability to stay patient-centered under disagreement

What does it look like when you're mentoring or training a newer staff member or student on your unit?

leadership potential and willingness to support team development, since the role includes supporting staff training

Technical

Walk me through how you'd assess a patient's psychosocial needs when you first get a referral on the floor.

whether the candidate has a structured, repeatable approach to biopsychosocial assessment rather than an ad hoc one

What's your experience connecting patients to post-acute care or community resources, and how do you handle it when the resources you need aren't available?

practical knowledge of the referral network and problem-solving when options are limited

How do you keep your documentation current and compliant when you're carrying a full caseload in a fast-paced unit?

organizational discipline and awareness of regulatory documentation standards

Situational

How do you approach a conversation with a family about end-of-life planning when they aren't ready to hear it?

comfort and skill handling emotionally difficult, high-stakes conversations

Suppose a physician wants to discharge a patient today, but you believe the patient isn't safe to go home. What do you do?

willingness to advocate for the patient and navigate conflict with medical staff professionally

You're on call and get a call about a crisis situation after hours. Walk me through how you'd handle it.

judgment and composure managing on-call responsibilities independently

How do you manage your caseload when you're working a job-share schedule and picking up where someone else left off?

communication habits and continuity of care skills specific to this part-time, shared-schedule role

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The full job description

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Department: 11200 BayCare Leased Employees - Case Management Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Part time 20 hours/week , 7:30am-4:00 pm. Weekend rotation On-Call rotation Holiday rotation Currently the position is Mon/Tues one week, then Wed/Thurs/Fri the other week.  Pay Range: $30.70 - $46.05   Where You Will Work :  Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a full-service tertiary care hospital; part of a joint venture of Aurora Health Care and BayCare Clinic. A nationally recognized health care provider, we are committed to creating a better way to provide high-quality health care using the latest in medical technology and improving health care quality to help all people live well. The hospital is nationally ranked for adult specialties and named among the best for maternity care by U.S. News and World Report. We’re Looking For:   Licensure or Certifications   • License/Registration/Certification:  IL locations-LSW Eligible, LCSW preferred issued by the State of Illinois • WI locations -Social Work Certification issued by the State of Wisconsin Education/Experience:   •  Masters of Social Work services from an accredited school • Years of Experience:  1-2 years of experience in a clinical, hospital setting post licensure preferred. As a  Medical Social Worker, you will: • Provide comprehensive social work services, including assessments, care planning, interventions, and discharge coordination, to meet patients’ psychosocial needs. • Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, timely care transitions and access to services such as post-acute care, mental health support, and community resources. • Educates and advocates for patients and families, connects them with appropriate services, and addresses issues like end-of-life planning, abuse, and social needs. Manages care progression to optimize outcomes, reduce readmissions, and ensure appropriate levels of care. • Maintain documentation, compliance with regulations, and professional standards, while supporting staff training and continuing education. What You’ll Do:   Schedule:  This position is part of a job share, 40 hours over 2 weeks. 7:30am-4:00 pm. Weekend rotation (approximately 6 per year). On-Call rotation (approximately 15 days per year). Holiday rotation (no more than 1 holiday per year) Currently the position is Mon/Tues one week, then Wed/Thurs/Fri the other week. 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, holidays, 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. Ready to Take the Next Step:   Apply Now!  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 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 in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care 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 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.

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