Per Diem MSW Social Worker - NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital As Needed Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1d • $42 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is a leading specialty hospital focused on musculoskeletal diseases, offering advanced orthopedic programs and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. It is consistently ranked among the top orthopedic centers nationwide. The hospital is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases, utilizing experienced physicians, research, and the latest technology. Specialties include Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. NYU Langone Health values equity and inclusion, aiming to be a place where diverse faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

This position involves providing psychosocial assessment and counseling services, including discharge planning, to patients under the supervision of a Social Work Supervisor or Director. The role also includes providing information and education to patients and families regarding their needs and discharge plans, and clinical supervision of social work interns.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in social work, or its equivalent, (e.g., a higher degree from a social work program that is registered by the Department as licensure qualifying, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or determined by the Department to be substantially equivalent to a registered program.
• Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW ) licensure or a New York State Education Department-issued limited permit.
• Must complete coursework or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse in accordance with Section 6507(3)(a) of the Education Law.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a hospital or health-related organization.

Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides timely and effective psychosocial assessments and evaluations. Uses clinical knowledge of psychosocial dynamics and interviewing techniques to gather social history, define problems and develop treatment plan. Coordinates interdisciplinary information and recommendations into social work treatment plan. Establishes post-hospital/discharge plan.
• Implements plan for psychosocial assessments and evaluations as required. Uses appropriate interventions according to patient/family dynamics and needs considering a variety of approaches. Develops and conducts group programs as appropriate to assigned service. Develops a therapeutic and supportive relationship with the patient and family and maintains a proper perspective between personal and professional matters. Uses professional judgment and creativity in seeking and presenting alternative or innovative solutions to problems encountered in delivery of social work services. Provides information and education to patient/family pertinent to patient needs and discharge plan.
• Documents all social work activities in a timely manner according to department protocols. Maintains charting on HIS system or outpatient records in a timely manner. Recordings are clear, legible and concise. Documents assessment of cultural and spiritual needs. Contributes to patient/family education and documents accordingly. For Rusk, enters admitting and discharge FIM data in a timely manner and documents barriers to life participation.
• Performs clinical duties in an independent manner with appropriate use of supervision. Shares pertinent information with members of the interdisciplinary team. Perceives the needs of the service unit and the department and offers suggestions or recommendations for positive change. Organizes work to achieve efficiency and complete assignments. Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to change and shifting priorities and demands. Maintains accessibility through telephone or beeper, during workday and takes responsibility for checking and following up all incoming messages and written communications.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources and procedures related to discharge planning. Identifies and mobilizes community resources appropriate for implementation of discharge plan. Coordinates with Discharge Planning Unit and other services in hospital and community.
• Demonstrates skill in presentation of psychosocial information in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings and Rusk evaluation conference. Participates actively and effectively in the presentation of psychosocial information and discharge planning at rounds and evaluation conferences and meetings. Demonstrates organization, initiative and creativity when presenting material for in-services. Contributes to staff and departmental development by serving regularly and productively on staff committees or in hospital committees.
• Demonstrates reliability by maintaining a good attendance/punctuality record. Adheres to departmental guidelines regarding use of and proper notification in connection with time off. Adheres to Employee Health requirements for an annual health assessment, including TB screening and proof of all required immunizations. Maintains a professional appearance; wears identification badge at all times while at the Medical Center.

Benefits

• financial security benefits
• generous time-off program
• employee resources groups for peer support
• holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level