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)
This position works at both Geneva General Hospital and Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital.
Education:
Minimum: Master's degree in Social Work (Bachelor's degree in Social Work with related work experience will be considered).
License/Certifications: LMSW or eligible is required. Must become licensed. Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) is preferred.
Experience:
Minimum: New graduates considered.
Preferred:Previous related experience with Discharge Planning and/or Care Management. Experience in Acute Hospital setting and/or Nursing Home knowledge.
Other:
Minimum: Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills. Computer literacy.
Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record.
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