Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Social Worker (CSW), where you will play a vital role in providing compassionate, comprehensive social work services to diverse patient populations. In this dynamic position, you will assess individual needs, develop personalized care plans, and coordinate essential community resources to support patients’ well-being across various settings. Your expertise will help facilitate emotional support, discharge planning, and clinical interventions that promote optimal health outcomes. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your professional growth within a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate psychological, social, and emotional needs using clinical interview techniques and diagnostic tools.
- Develop and implement tailored care plans that align with clinical ethical guidelines and social work practice standards.
- Coordinate community resources and support services to assist patients with housing, financial assistance, transportation, and other social determinants of health.
- Document all interactions accurately while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams—including medical professionals, nurses, therapists, and case managers—to ensure holistic patient care.
Requirements
- Valid state licensure as a Certified Social Worker (CSW).
- Proven experience in social work practice within healthcare settings.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10 coding standards, and Medicare/Medicaid policies.
- Demonstrated expertise in counseling, behavioral health interventions, and working with diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to perform patient assessments accurately and develop appropriate treatment plans aligned with clinical ethical guidelines.
- Excellent communication skills for client interaction and interprofessional collaboration.
- Certifications in CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) are preferred.
- Experience working with geriatric patients, individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), dementia care or Alzheimer’s care is highly desirable.
This role is ideal for passionate social work professionals eager to impact lives positively through comprehensive patient-centered care while working within a supportive team environment committed to excellence in healthcare delivery.
Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
