Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Per Diem, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Jackson Health System•Miami, FL

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Social Worker, MSW is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of special research studies related to the provisions of social services, counseling, leadership and policy development while working with adult and pediatric patients. The functions both within the hospital setting and in the satellite clinics.

Requirements

Generally requires 3 to 5 years of related experience.
Master's degree in Social Work is required.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment
Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
BLS certification is required only for staff who provide bedside care or perform physical clinical interventions with patients
Job function requires extended standing or walking.
Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds.
Able to lift or move objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices.

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff to design and implement appropriate treatment plans, including discharge plans.
Provides professional counseling and therapeutic intervention to patients and/or families utilizing age specific treatment modalities.
Collaborates with community agencies which provide services for patients and their families.
Leads or co-leads patients groups as needed.
Submits statistical reports as required.
Participates in orientation and training of social work and interdisciplinary staff.
Participates on research projects as required for program planning and evaluation.
Maintains current knowledge of social work practice including specific knowledge of age related bio-psychosocial issues.
Participates in Committees as assigned.
Supervises students.
Provides coverage as assigned.
Participates in hospital, departmental and unit meetings.
Performs other related duties as required.
Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).