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St. Luke's Hospital

Nonprofit hospital network providing comprehensive care

Social Worker 1 - Adult Down Syndrome Center

Full-TimeDeadline 9/24/27
No salary listed
Mid
Master's
Chesterfield, MO, USA
In Person
Social & Community ServicesCase Management & Advocacy

About the job

Requirements
  • A Master of Social Work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Responsibilities
  • Provide social work services to clients of the Albert Pujols Wellness Center for Adults with Down Syndrome.
  • Assess, plan, and coordinate services addressing each individual's biopsychosocial factors, complex needs, and available resources across the continuum of care.
  • Plan and implement Wellness Center programs for clients and parents or caregivers focused on safety, overall wellness, social engagement, and quality of life.
  • Enhance individual well-being and support community health.
  • Promote teamwork with all members of the healthcare team.
  • Perform all duties consistently with St. Luke’s mission and values.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with individuals with Down Syndrome or other developmental disabilities.

About the company

St. Luke’s Hospital is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving the St. Louis area, operating a 493-bed Chesterfield hospital and about 30 outpatient locations. It delivers care across more than 60 specialties through the St. Luke’s Center for Cancer Care, the Heart & Vascular Institute, and the Orthwein Brain & Spine Center, plus partnerships like the Cleveland Clinic alliance for heart care. It differentiates itself as an independent nonprofit with a strong community focus, a broad outpatient network, and a faith-based mission. Its goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, high-quality care while reinvesting earnings into community health education and expanded access to services.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chesterfield, Missouri

Founded

1866

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What believers are saying

  • A $25 million September 2025 gift funds a new emergency department.
  • February 2026 Modern Healthcare ranked St. Luke’s the nation’s #3 cardiovascular hospital.
  • Management is launching concierge medicine and adding access points to restore cashflow by FY27.

What critics are saying

  • Fitch cut outlook to Negative on April 13, 2026 after FY25 operating losses.
  • FY25 operating revenue was $842.4 million, but St. Luke’s posted a $45.6 million loss.
  • Des Peres Hospital closure and employed-physician ramp create execution risk through FY27, pressuring ratings.

What makes St. Luke's Hospital unique

  • Chesterfield’s only independent health system, with 493 beds and 30 outpatient sites across St. Louis.
  • U.S. News ranked St. Luke’s #1 St. Louis cardiology and #2 Missouri in 2026.
  • Exclusive Cleveland Clinic heart alliance differentiates St. Luke’s in regional cardiovascular care.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement