Social Worker

Johns Hopkins Medicine•Baltimore, MD

56d•$32 - $53

About The Position

Join our dedicated team as a Social Worker , where you will play a vital role in providing exceptional psychosocial and practical care to patients and their families. In collaboration with case managers, physicians, and an interdisciplinary team, you will conduct thorough assessments, identify challenges, set goals, and implement effective care plans. Your efforts will directly impact patient outcomes by developing action plans that address psychosocial barriers to discharge and facilitating complex post-acute care coordination.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Comprehensive knowledge of community resources and how to navigate them.
Strong analytical skills to synthesize data and make informed judgments regarding patient care.
Exceptional oral and written communication abilities to interact professionally with hospital staff, healthcare professionals, patients, and families.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently.
Proficiency with electronic patient records, email, and general office communication tools.
Maryland Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required.

Responsibilities

Patient Screening: Conduct screenings for all patients in your designated area, focusing on those with positive indicators for social work consultation.
Comprehensive Assessments: Complete detailed psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients and families requiring intervention.
Direct Care Provision: Offer psychosocial support and transition planning for a full caseload of patients, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
Collaborative Coordination: Work within a multidisciplinary treatment team to facilitate care progression, optimizing patient outcomes through teamwork and communication.
Documentation Standards: Adhere to departmental and regulatory documentation standards by clearly defining problems, goals, and interventions, ensuring timely completion of medical record documentation.
Resource Network: Maintain an updated network of referral resources and actively seek local, regional, and national community resources to meet patient needs.
Facilitate Family Engagement: Assist in resource referral and facilitate family meetings to address complex situations including legal guardianships, adoptions, and assessments related to abuse or neglect.
Interdisciplinary Rounds: Lead or participate in interdisciplinary rounds, effectively articulating the role of social work to your team members.
Quality Improvement: Engage in quality improvement activities that promote better patient care and outcomes.
Flexible Coverage: Be prepared to cover for colleagues during absences and participate in on-call coverage as needed.
Community Involvement: Serve on committees and participate in community initiatives, reinforcing our commitment to holistic patient care.