Clinical Social Worker II Shift Differential Eligible

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore is seeking a Social Worker (LCSW-C) to independently practice social work within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, providing crisis intervention, and managing case strategies for patient care. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree in Social Work and three years of experience in social work. Join a vibrant academic medical center dedicated to serving its patients in various areas, including psychiatry, medicine, and shock trauma.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• LCSW-C licensure from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Minimum three (3) years of post-Master’s experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently practice social work and provide case management.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments.
• Provide crisis care to facilitate therapeutic environment.
• Advocate for patients and manage discharge planning.
• Consult with other social workers on challenging cases.

Skills

Clinical social work

Case management

Crisis intervention

Psychosocial assessment

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

LCSW-C licensure

Job description

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, come join UMMC and discover a vibrant workplace.

Position Overview

Open to LCSW-C & LMSW.

Work Schedule

Mon‑Fri 8:00am – 4:30pm, rotating weekend and holiday shifts.

General Summary

Independently practices social work and receives limited consultation. Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide case management, therapeutic crisis intervention, biopsychosocial assessment, clinical evaluation, therapy, counseling, referral, treatment planning, and other clinical social work services within the practice area.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

• Completes specialized assessment(s) in focus area/practice setting, as needed. Provides feedback to enhance assessment tools and may offer consultation to other social workers.
• Offers psychosocial guidance to improve clinical practice; drives conversations about Advance Care Planning.
• Provides advanced ongoing and crisis care to facilitate a therapeutic and safe environment for patients; serves as a professional resource to other care team members.
• Suggests/initiates PI projects to evaluate program and outcome effectiveness.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skillsets tailored to age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality and individual diagnostic needs.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of relevant resources, shares them with team members and initiates networking to address program gaps; serves as lead contact for complex patient cases.
• Empowers patients and the practice area with problem‑solving and decision‑making around personal, health, social, educational, vocational, financial, and other concerns within the context of discharge planning, clinic visit, or ongoing behavioral health assistance.
• Functions independently with daily work, models acceptance of peer feedback, and provides consultation to other social workers on challenging cases.
• Conducts clinical reviews of assessments, planning, interventions, and overall plan of care to provide peer feedback.
• Demonstrates advanced ability to provide education to patients and peers aligned with the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Advocates for self and team members.
• Participates in a council and/or a committee within the healthcare system.
• Provides unit practice recommendations for improvement.
• Completes all specific job tasks within the assigned department as outlined by supervisor.

Focus Areas

Psychiatry

• Focus on mental health assessment and stabilization.
• Suicide risk assessments, safety planning, and discharge coordination.
• Strong fit for candidates with behavioral health experience.

Medicine

• Supports patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Strong focus on discharge planning and addressing barriers to care.
• Good fit for candidates who enjoy systems navigation and care coordination.

Shock Trauma

• High‑acuity, fast‑paced, crisis‑focused environment.
• Supports patients with severe, life‑threatening injuries.
• Heavy family support, grief/bereavement, and crisis intervention.
• Best for social workers comfortable working under pressure.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates skill in clinical social work and/or case management practice areas; completes clinical social work functions such as assessment, treatment planning, intervention, case management, psychoeducation, referral, psychotherapy, counseling, diagnosis of mental health disorders, advocacy.
• Effective critical thinking; clear written and oral communication; age‑appropriate interpersonal interactions (patients may range from newborn to geriatric adult).
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders; adapts calmly to changing or crisis environments; makes independent decisions consistent with policies, procedures, and ethical standards; prioritizes work and manages time to complete duties; assists in data analysis; demonstrates innovative thinking, integrity, accountability; and models these skills for peers.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• LCSW‑C licensure from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
• Minimum three (3) years of post‑Master’s experience.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Review the 2025‑2026 UMMS Benefits Guide.