Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides social work services to hospital patients and their families. Counsels and provides crisis intervention for patients, including assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral problems related to hospitalization. Being a Medical Social Worker (MSW) participates as a member of multi-disciplinary team and may assist patients in treatment planning. May contribute to the formulation of discharge plans. Additionally, Medical Social Worker (MSW) may take a leadership role on more complex cases. Requires a master's degree of social work. Typically reports to a manager. Medical Social Worker (MSW)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
A Social Worker provides individuals, families and groups with the psycho-social support needed to cope with chronic, acute or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services.
**MUST HAVE ACTIVE STATE LICENSE**
Provide Support to Patients
The main role of a Social Worker is to help patients understand, cope with and treat their condition. Social Workers will counsel patients about their illness or disease, participate in treatment plan development, arrange for in-home care personnel and equipment and assist in the scheduling of follow-up visits. They will also ensure that patients are adhering to treatment plans and medical recommendations.
Educate and Counsel Families
It is just as important to provide support to families of patients, and Social Workers are involved in helping families understand the diagnosed illness or condition and offer counseling to reduce stress and cope with the needs of the patient. Social Workers will assist in all decision-making processes relating to the care of the patient and make referrals as needed. They also offer grief counseling services to families.
Assist in Obtaining Various Healthcare Services
A Social Worker helps patients work with health insurance companies, community health agencies, transportation services and financial assistance programs. They will help to determine what benefits patients are eligible for and assist in filling out necessary paperwork, such as health insurance forms.
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