Social Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Current NYS Social Work License and Registration (LMSW or LCSW) or permit can be accepted as well.
• Willingness to devote the time required completing assigned tasks on schedule.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year social work experience preferred.
• Lic Master Social Worker, Lic Clinical Social Worker

Responsibilities

• Assists in completion of eligibility documents, assessment forms, etc, as necessary and appropriate
• Performs other duties as assigned or volunteered in alignment with the mission, goals and values
• Manages inpatient referrals, including, but not limited to, screening, identification of social work intervention needs, assessments, development of post-acute discharge plan based on assessed needs, and implementation of discharge plans.
• Provides psychosocial counseling as identified through assessment for patients and families/support systems to enhance participation and cooperation in developing a comprehensive social work plan.
• Involves patient/family/support system in the care and discharge plan as appropriate
• Provides psychosocial discharge planning assessment and services (i.e. subacute and custodial care placements, entitlements, working with high risk and/or difficult to discharge population, etc.).
• Completes referrals for post-acute services to meet patient needs to safely transition to the next level of care.
• Utilizes knowledge of community resources to refer patients to appropriate services to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Provides limited services of counseling, crisis intervention, transition planning, protective services, advocacy, information and referral within the framework of discharge planning
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess and plan for appropriate care and services across the continuum.
• Maintains professional documentation as defined by organizational policy and procedure
• Assists in the collection and reporting of timely, accurate statistical data.
• Establishes and maintains close professional relationships with civic and social organizations within the target area.
• Provides information relative to services, specific programs, and treatment options offered by LMC

Benefits

• At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.
• The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
• Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
• The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.
• Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.