Acute Care Social Worker – Discharge Planning

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a Licensed Master Social Worker to provide discharge planning for acute care patients, coordinating inpatient and ER needs. The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessments and navigating SNF/home care referrals to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires an MSW from an accredited school, NY LMSW licensure, and 1–2 years of acute care experience, with strong communication and organizational skills to support a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work from an accredited school required.
• New York State License (LMSW) required.
• Experience with acute inpatient and discharge planning in acute care.
• Knowledge of SNF and home care referrals.
• Proficient in biopsychosocial assessments.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations regarding social work and discharge planning.
• Minimum 1-2 years experience in an acute care hospital.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, computer proficiency, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Licensed Masters Social Worker to provide discharge planning for acute care population.
• Inpatient and emergency room assignments.
• Participate in innovative inpatient care program leading a multidisciplinary team.
• Apply state and federal regulations regarding social work and discharge planning.

Skills

Discharge planning

Biopsychosocial assessments

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Regulatory compliance

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

SEIU 1199-MSB knowledge

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

LMSW license (New York)

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a Licensed Master Social Worker to provide discharge planning for acute care patients, coordinating inpatient and ER needs. The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessments and navigating SNF/home care referrals to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires an MSW from an accredited school, NY LMSW licensure, and 1–2 years of acute care experience, with strong communication and organizational skills to support a multidisciplinary team.