Medical Social Worker - Pediatric Behavioral Holds - FT

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

8d • $31 - $46

About The Position

The Medical Social Worker supports pediatric behavioral health holds and provides coverage for the Pediatric Emergency Department. This role works with patients and their support systems to address psychosocial needs related to hospitalization, disability, and chronic or terminal illness, and collaborates with the Clinical Care Management team to identify appropriate levels and settings of care. The position also provides staff and physicians with guidance on emotional, social, and psychosocial aspects of illness; connects patients with community resources and post-hospital care options; reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation; and coordinates with the Department of Social Services during evaluations and investigations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 0800–1630, with occasional holidays, weekends, and backup call. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a listed pay range of $30.70–$46.05.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work.
• Adherence to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
• Expertise with data management tools.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential preferred.
• Applicable state certification preferred.
• At least one year of professional experience in a hospital or health-related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments for designated patients and their support systems to support post-hospital care.
• Help patients cope with stress related to hospitalization, disability, and chronic or terminal illness.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate patients for appropriate levels of care and care settings across the continuum.
• Serve as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial aspects of patients’ illnesses and effects on their support systems.
• Provide patients with information and education about community resources and post-hospital care options appropriate to their age; make referrals to community agencies as needed.
• Report suspected child or adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and serve as liaison among the hospital, patients, and the Department of Social Services during evaluation or investigation.
• Respond to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.
• Work with behavioral health social holds and assist with coverage of the Pediatric Emergency Department.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shift and on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level