Social Worker, MSW, Levine Children's Hospital Pediatric ED, PT, Weekends

Responsibilities

Completes psychosocial assessments for the patient's post hospital care for designated patients and their support system; Assists patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic/terminal illness; Works with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate the patient for the appropriate level of care or environment setting to meet care needs across the continuum; Serves as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of the patient's illness and its effects on their social support system; In collaboration with the Clinical Care Management team, provides information, education to patients on community resources and options for post hospital care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Make referrals to community agencies as needed; Reports suspected cases of child & adult abuse/neglect/exploitation. Serves as liaison between hospital, patients and Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation; Responds to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.

Requirements

Masters in Social Work required; Adherence to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics; Expertise with Data Management Tools

Nice to have

LCSW preferred; applicable state Certification preferred; At least 1 year professional experience in hospital or health related setting preferred

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance