Medical Social Worker
About The Position
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to a variety of Johns Hopkins locations. Our employees are the strength of our service! Are you ready to play a crucial role in healthcare at one of the world's leading medical institutions? If you are an LMSW looking to enjoy the perks of temporary staffing yet feel like a member of the large organization, Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the employer for you! What we have to offer: Competitive Compensation:Intrastaff constantly surveys the market to ensure top pay rate for our employees. Pay Rate: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour (Based on Experience) World-Class Environment: Work alongside some of the best healthcare professionals, including top nurses, physicians, and allied health experts. Futuristic Healthcare:Johns Hopkins is known as a teaching Health System and whether directly or indirectly, you'll have exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research. Benefits:There are options for a tax deferred annuity 401 K Retirement Plan and Johns Hopkins Employer Health Program Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. Location: Howard County General Hospital in Columbia, MD Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM If you're passionate about healthcare, thrive in a diverse team environment, and are eager to make a difference, Johns Hopkins is the place for you. Join us in delivering exceptional care and advancing medical science. Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary at Johns Hopkins Intrastaff!
Requirements
- MS Social Work from an acc redited school of social work.
- Must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners at the LCSW-C level
- 2 years or more of licensed clinical social work experience in an inpatient Hospital healthcare setting.
- Experience in an acute care medical setting required; experience in labor and delivery, maternal child health, NICU and pediatric ED preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide age‑appropriate psychosocial care for patients across the lifespan (infant through geriatric).
- Complete timely assessments, focusing on high‑risk cases such as readmissions, elderly living alone, homelessness, substance use, psychiatric concerns, abuse/neglect, and complex discharge needs.
- Collaborate closely with the healthcare team, participate in rounds, and coordinate family meetings to ensure continuity of care.
- Connect patients and families with community resources, advocate for their needs, and educate them on healthcare processes and post‑hospital planning.
- Facilitate APS/CPS reports, guardianship processes, advance directives, crisis intervention, and ethical issue consultation.
- Manage psychiatric placement and hospice referrals, including all required documentation.
- Participate in departmental meetings, hospital workgroups, and outreach activities.
- May provide supervision to LMSWs as appropriate.
Benefits
- tax deferred annuity 401 K Retirement Plan
- Johns Hopkins Employer Health Program Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
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