Senior Social Worker
About The Position
Displays ability to apply the knowledge and skills of advanced social work practice, responding to suspected abuse, neglect or violence in accordance with the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics policies and procedures alongside the appropriate state laws. Possesses an expert level of critical thinking and in-depth psychosocial assessments. Exhibits ability to apply complex concepts to situations. If carrying the correct licensure, may diagnose patients/clients/residents. May provide specialized counseling and support. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team in providing assistance with social, emotional and economic concerns of the patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers, thus enabling them to achieve or maintain an optimal level of functioning. Utilizes appropriate age-related patient/client/resident care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patient/client/resident. May work closely with the additional clinical staff to achieve fiscally sound and timely continued planning outcomes. Possesses advanced knowledge of the principles of teamwork. Understands the impact of illness on the patient/client/resident and families/caregivers. Demonstrates knowledge and clinical experience in the psychosocial and economic management of problems commonly occurring with an illness and may provide brief therapy as appropriate. Possesses ability to work with growth and development needs of patient/client/resident populations.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited curriculum required.
- Must possess a license in good standing in state(s) of practice: In South Dakota, must have one of the following: Certified Social Worker (CSW) Certified Social Worker - Private Independent Practice (CSW-PIP).
Nice To Haves
- Healthcare and/or mental health hospital experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Respond to suspected abuse, neglect or violence in accordance with the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics policies and procedures alongside the appropriate state laws.
- Perform in-depth psychosocial assessments.
- Apply complex concepts to situations.
- Diagnose patients/clients/residents (if carrying the correct licensure).
- Provide specialized counseling and support.
- Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team in providing assistance with social, emotional and economic concerns of the patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers.
- Utilize appropriate age-related patient/client/resident care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric patient/client/resident.
- Work closely with additional clinical staff to achieve fiscally sound and timely continued planning outcomes.
- Understand the impact of illness on the patient/client/resident and families/caregivers.
- Demonstrate knowledge and clinical experience in the psychosocial and economic management of problems commonly occurring with an illness.
- Provide brief therapy as appropriate.
- Work with growth and development needs of patient/client/resident populations.
Benefits
- Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
