Outpatient Social Worker - Maternal Child - Full Time - Days
About The Position
The Social Worker MSW delivers social work services across hospital, skilled nursing, and outpatient care environments. Under the supervision of an LMSW, LCSW, or other licensed professional, the role assesses patients’ needs, develops and implements treatment plans, and provides therapeutic interventions. The social worker adapts their approach to each care setting and collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate effective care. The position includes psychosocial assessment and evaluation, treatment planning and intervention, case management and care coordination, multidisciplinary collaboration, documentation and compliance, patient and family education and support, and participation in professional development and quality improvement. The role may also involve training and support for staff members and performing related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of clinical experience.
- Strong understanding of social work practices, ethical standards, and relevant healthcare regulations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and manage a diverse caseload.
- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation standards.
- Ability to handle high-stress situations with professionalism and sensitivity.
- Ability to travel to other worksites within MVHS.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of EPIC.
- Experience in hospital, skilled nursing, or outpatient settings.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychosocial assessments under a licensed professional to understand patients’ mental health, social, and environmental needs.
- Identify and evaluate patient or resident strengths, challenges, intervention needs, and barriers to effective care.
- Recommend treatment options and dispositioning to a licensed social worker or provider.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with a licensed professional, patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to address psychological, emotional, and social issues.
- Support patients managing chronic conditions, adjusting to life changes, and addressing psychosocial stressors.
- Provide crisis intervention and support in clinical situations.
- Assist with care coordination across hospital, skilled nursing, and outpatient settings to promote continuity of care.
- Facilitate referrals to community resources, support services, and other healthcare providers.
- Advocate for patients’ needs and rights within the healthcare system and community.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support integrated patient care.
- Participate in care team meetings, case discussions, and discharge and care planning.
- Maintain accurate, current documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required records.
- Follow state and federal regulations and organizational policies and procedures.
- Educate patients and families about coping strategies, mental health conditions, and available resources.
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families navigating complex healthcare situations.
- May provide staff training and support on social work practices and psychosocial issues.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and enhancement of social work practices.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Travel to other MVHS worksites as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
