Clinical Social Worker - MSW or LCSW
- Provides direct social work service to patients and families and/or groups of patients by providing assistance with social and practical environmental problems.
- Provides emotional support to patients and families and/or groups of patients who may exhibit feelings of anxiety and stress precipitated by illness and hospitalization.
- Conducts interventions based on needs identified during initial assessment.
- Advocates for patient and family wishes when appropriate.
- Provides emotional support to patient and family during hospitalization.
- Educates patient and family on the intent of the intervention as needed.
- Inform care team patient and family of anticipated post-discharge needs.
- Maintains acceptable working knowledge of resources needed to provide patients with continuity of care before and after discharge.
- Participates in in-service and staff development activities by attendance serving on planning committees and/or offering topics for pertinent educational programs.
- Documents all activities relevant to casework discharge planning and follow-up in accordance with UVA and Social Work Policy Procedure and Guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Participates in education/research activities.
- Acts as liaison between the hospital and outside agencies/legal authorities and referral sources.
- Acts as therapist in daily therapy sessions and provides individual counseling/problem solving sessions as needed.
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited social work program required. Experience: No relevant experience required; Experience in the social work field; experience in health care settings is preferred. Licensure: Expectation to become Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) guidelines found in departmental addendum located in department competency file. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, standing/traveling or use of assistive and climbing (stairs, steps). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail, hear, speak, see, distinguish colors, read, ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull The starting base rate for this role is $54,558.40 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
- Generous Paid Time Off
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