Social Worker MSW - Medical Social Work, 40 hours/week at Emerson Hospital summary:
The Clinical Social Worker provides essential social work services to patients and families in a hospital setting, focusing on the psycho-social implications of illness. This role requires a Master's in Social Work, relevant hospital experience, and licensure as an LCSW. Strong critical thinking and organizational skills, along with excellent customer service abilities, are crucial for the effective performance of this position.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Social Work Supervisor, the Clinical Social Worker provides direct and indirect social work services to patients and families.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education
- Masters in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
- Experience
- Hospital experience required
- Knowledge of psycho-social implications of illness and disease on individual and family systems.
- Licensure and/or Certification
- LCSW required
- LICSW preferred
- Skills
- Knowledge of Medical terminology.
- Ability to work in a team framework.
- Critical thinking skills.
- Organizational skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Computer skills required
- Ability to maintain confidential information
Keywords:
clinical social worker, medical social work, hospital social services, patient support, psychosocial assessment, mental health, LCSW, healthcare services, social work, patient advocacy
