Medical Social Worker (BSW) 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 (BSW) 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 (BSW) requires a bachelor's degree of social work. Typically reports to a manager. Medical Social Worker (BSW)'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)
St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a FT Medical Social Worker - MSW for our Care Management Department. The Medical Social Worker (MSW) exercises independent judgement and professional discretion in the practice of case management to a selected group of patients. The MSW collaborates with attending physicians and residents and serves as advocate to help patients and families navigate the acute episode of care. The MSW monitors patient's continuing stay for resource utilization and helps prepare them for a safe and timely discharge. The MSW is proactively uses collaborative problem solving skills to meet the needs of the patients and physician. The MSW provides a full range of medical social work services as needed and relies heavily on such resources as family, community, state and federal agencies as well as the patient's resources to assist the patient's return in a productive life.
Requirements:Education Requirements: Minimum of Bachelors Degree (BSW) from approved school of Social Work, holds a current license in the state of West Virginia. No temporary permits accepted.
Certifications/Skills: Certifications in Care Management preferred, not required. BLS required.
Experience: MSW Social Worker, Licensed (MSW) Social Worker should have one (1) year of clinical Social Work experience, community bases and/or hospital based.