Social Worker, MSW (Per Diem)

CHOC•Orange, CA

2d•$39 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker MSW is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care through a collaborative, multidisciplinary process including the patient and family, nurses, social workers, physicians, other practitioners, caregivers and the community. Advocates for and assist in the achievement of optimal health, access to care, and to utilize the appropriate resources. The care coordination process provides a full range of social work services and assists in meeting the psycho-social needs of patients and their families under the supervision of a licensed social worker.

Requirements

Previous experience or field placement in a medical setting or other social service setting with children and families.
Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work.
Training or experience in Foster Care, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse.
Ability to work effectively under pressure due to changing priorities.
Excellent interpersonal communication, including conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation skills.
Clinical knowledge of multiple age groups, medical illness, and treatment plans according to disease process and diagnosis.
Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to multi-task and prioritize.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, patients and their families.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with internal and outside resources and agencies.
Proficiency in required competencies upon completion of orientation and maintain annual departmental competency requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively regardless of social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
RQI Responder – American Heart Association (within six (6) months of hire/transfer).