Social Worker - Inpatient Medicine/Surgery

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

418d • $85,280 - $97,760

About The Position

The Social Worker in Inpatient Medicine/Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital is responsible for providing psychosocial services, focusing on complex discharge planning for patients in a 15-bed unit. This role emphasizes collaboration within interprofessional teams to address the psychosocial complexities faced by patients and their families due to acute illnesses. The position offers opportunities for professional development and access to licensure pathways.

Requirements

• NYS LMSW or LCSW certification.
• Excellent clinical, collaborative, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and ability to work with multiple hospital and community systems.
• Inpatient hospital experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a similar role within a hospital setting.
• Familiarity with family systems and crisis management.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial services with an emphasis on complex discharge planning for patients.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to address patient needs.
• Assist patients and families in coping with the impact of acute illness.
• Cover other medicine/surgery units as needed.

Benefits

• Access to a broad range of continuing education and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees