Social Worker-MSW

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker-MSW, Children's Hospital, works under the direction of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and is a key member of the physician-directed healthcare team. Professionally applies social work methodology and theory to practice by providing support for patients and families who are affected by illness and/or injury, loss, grief, victimization, change in life-style, or other situation that may impair their ability to function optimally. Performs individualized and culturally sensitive comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and develops and implements interventions, treatment strategies, and discharge plans based on assessment findings. Participates in weekend/holiday coverage and on-call rotation as requested. Provides coverage for other departments when requested, e.g., peds/adults/clinics/ emergency department. Able to communicate fluently in English and Spanish is highly preferred. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in social work required
• Able to read
• Able to write legibly
• Able to speak in English with professional quality
• Able to use computer and software programs necessary to the position
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
• Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
• Able to accept direction
• Able to perform basic math functions
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively
• Able to work well under pressure
• Able to problem solve
• Able to organize and prioritize workload
• Able to recall information with accuracy
• Able to pay close attention to detail
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch

Nice To Haves

• Able to communicate fluently in Spanish
• Minimum two years of experience in acute care or clinic setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing support for patients and families who are affected by illness and/or injury, loss, grief, victimization, change in life-style, or other situation that may impair their ability to function optimally
• Performing individualized and culturally sensitive comprehensive psychosocial assessments
• Developing and implementing interventions, treatment strategies, and discharge plans based on assessment findings
• Participating in weekend/holiday coverage and on-call rotation as requested
• Providing coverage for other departments when requested, e.g., peds/adults/clinics/ emergency department

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees