Clinical Social Worker - Emergency Department - Rotating

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking an Emergency Department Clinical Social Worker 2 who delivers discharge planning and social work services during all shifts. The role involves working with neonatal through geriatric patients and collaborating with the health care team to assess, problem-solve and refer to community resources.

The role requires an MSW from an accredited program, and Virginia licensure (LCSW) is preferred.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• Virginia licensure preferred (LCSW).
• Minimum 1 year clinical social work experience.
• Experience in acute care or discharge planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement interdisciplinary plans of care for ED patients.
• Coordinate discharge planning with care team and community resources.
• Advocate for patients and families; provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Collaborate with payers to facilitate timely, cost-effective discharges.

Skills

Clinical social work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Education

Master of Social Work

Job description

The Emergency Department Clinical Social Worker 2 delivers discharge planning and social work services during normal business hours and the entire hospital after hours. This job requires interaction with a variety of patient populations including, but not limited to, neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. This job provides direct intervention with patients and families and jointly with the health care team, provides assessment, problem solving, advocacy, community referrals and crisis intervention services. Responsible for the daily management of all complex discharge planning and social work functions.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Virginia preferredLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/AExperience REQUIRED: Minimum of one (1) year of clinical social work experienceExperience PREFERRED Clinical social work experience in an acute care setting Related experience in acute discharge planning, home health, case management, long term care or related community agencyEducation/training REQUIRED: Masters of Social Work Degree from a Council on Social Work Education accredited programEducation/training PREFERRED: N/AIndependent action(s) required: Primary responsibilities include proactive development, implementation and ongoing revision of an interdisciplinary plan of care for patients who receive care in the Emergency Department. Negotiates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, community resources and payers to facilitate timely and cost effective discharge plans that enhance appropriate health and social services in the continuum of care.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements: Day, evening, night and weekend shifts availableAge Specific groups served: AllPhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.Activities: Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent changeCompensation Ranges: ED Clinical Social Worker 2: $28.22 - $42.28 ED Clinical Social Worker 3: $30.01 - $46.51 Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.