Social Worker II AHWFB

American Addiction Centers•Winston-Salem, NC

8d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Step into a role where your clinical insight, empathy, and problem‑solving skills come together to support patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. As a Medical Social Worker, you will provide essential psychosocial care, guide patients and families through complex decisions, and collaborate across the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care throughout the hospital stay and beyond. You’ll serve as both advocate and educator—helping patients cope, navigate resources, and transition confidently to the next phase of care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
Adherence to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics required.
Must meet physical requirements, including ability to work in fast‑paced environments, walk extensively, and perform documentation for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

LCSW preferred; applicable state certification preferred.
At least 1 year of experience in a hospital or health‑related setting preferred.
Familiarity with or proficiency in data management tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide psychosocial assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and information/referral services to patients and families on a consultation basis.
Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments to support post‑hospital care planning for designated patients and their support systems.
Assist patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic illness, or terminal diagnoses.
Collaborate with the Clinical Care Management team to evaluate and recommend the appropriate level of care or care environment across the continuum.
Serve as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of illness and their impact on support systems.
Provide age‑appropriate education on community resources and post‑hospital options; make referrals to community agencies as needed.
Report suspected child or adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and serve as liaison with the Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation.
Respond to requests for after‑hours consultative services as needed.
Promote optimal clinical and resource outcomes by supporting length‑of‑stay management, reimbursement goals, throughput, and efficient use of resources.
Act as a central information and education resource for the interdisciplinary team; identify system variances and contribute to organization‑wide problem‑solving and quality improvement.
Support discharge planning and transitions, ensuring continuity of care and reducing avoidable delays.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program