Social Worker-MSW
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. These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. 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
- Use computer and software programs necessary to the position
- 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
- Minimum two years of experience in acute care or clinic setting preferred
- Able to communicate fluently in Spanish
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
- Performs other duties as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
