Social Worker II

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker II to provide compassionate social services to patients and their families. This role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and serving as a liaison between patients, families, hospital staff, and community resources.

• Provide social services to patients and families for assigned medical services.
• Conduct discharge planning evaluations and gather necessary information.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and communicate findings to hospital staff.
• Counsel patients and families regarding diseases, treatments, financial or social situations, and emotional stress.
• Identify high-risk cases and provide crisis counseling related to child abuse, neglect, or physical abuse.
• Deliver crisis intervention services and document sessions appropriately.
• Act as a liaison between patients/families, hospital staff, and external agencies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of services provided and adjust care plans as needed.
• Assist with discharge planning, referrals, and post-hospital placement or transfer.
• Support patients and families in adjusting to illness, treatment, or changes in functional status.
• Utilize specialized interviewing and communication skills, particularly with children.
• Advocate for patients in areas such as informed decision-making, end-of-life care, and ethical dilemmas.
• Prepare statistics related to referrals, extended stays, and other elements as required.
• Supervise students or newly hired employees when assigned.
• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) strongly preferred.
• Prior hospital or healthcare experience preferred.

• LMSW or equivalent state licensure (preferred).