Medical Social Worker (MSW or LCSW / Per Diem) - Social Services
About The Position
MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER (MSW) JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Social Worker (MSW) applies principles of Social Work and other mental health practices to provide patients and families with assessment interventions, support, advocacy and case management as a primary provider and/or as ancillary support. Practices as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of clinical intervention and support to patients and families. The MSW assesses develops treatment plans and intervenes to address the needs identified in the Assessment. Uses knowledge of culture, age and developmental stages to develop and provide interventions, either as an independent practitioner or as a member of a medical team. Also may provide support and debriefing to RCHSD staff following traumatic events. Unlicensed Social Workers may provide supervision to Social Work Interns at the discretion of the Supervisor and as allowed by the academic institution. MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER (LCSW) JOB SUMMARY: The Social Worker applies principles of Social Work and other behavioral health practices to provide patients and families with assessment, interventions, support, advocacy, and case management as a primary provider and/or as ancillary support to the primary medical provider. In all departments, practices as a member of multi-disciplinary team, in the provision of clinical intervention and support to patients and families. The Social Worker assesses, develops treatment plans, and intervenes to address the needs identified in the assessment and by the Team. Utilizes knowledge of culture, age, and developmental stages to develop treatment plans and provide interventions, either as an independent practitioner or as a member of a medical team. May provide support and debriefing to RCHSD staff following traumatic events. Medical Social Worker, as assigned, will provide supervision to Interns and unlicensed staff. May also participate in administrative duties, as assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
- Masters Degree
- Minimum of one year experience or relevant internship
- If working at schools or Homecare, CA driver's license and proof of insurance will be required
- One year pediatric professional experience
- 2 years of experience
- Licensed Social Worker
- CA Driver's License and Proof of Auto Insurance if working at schools or in Homecare
- 2 years pediatric professional experience
- Critical thinking
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Skilled in collaboration and reconciliation
- Emotional Intelligence
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Extensive knowledge of interventions
- Self-Awareness and Self-Compassion
- Accomplished problem-solver
Nice To Haves
- Licensed Social Worker
- Experience in trauma, bereavement, chronic illness, catastrophic diagnosis, family violence, child-protection, and bio-ethical issues
- Experience working in an acute-care hospital setting
- Registered as an ASW with the Board of Behavioral Science Examiners in the State of California
- Registration with the State of California as an ASW or MFTI, as appropriate
- 4 years of experience
- Experience in assessment and treatment of children and adolescents
- Experience in trauma, bereavement, chronic illness, catastrophic diagnosis, family violence, child protection, and bio-ethical issues
- Experience working in an acute-care hospital setting
- Certification in Clinical Supervision in the State of California
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices utilized in clinical interventions
Responsibilities
- Provide patients and families with assessment interventions, support, advocacy and case management
- Practice as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of clinical intervention and support to patients and families
- Assess and develop treatment plans
- Intervene to address the needs identified in the Assessment
- Provide support and debriefing to RCHSD staff following traumatic events
- Provide supervision to Interns and unlicensed staff
- Participate in administrative duties, as assigned by the Supervisor
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
