Inpatient Social Worker (LCSW) - PRN - Scottish Rite

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Atlanta seeks a dedicated Social Worker to provide high-quality, comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in social work, Georgia LCSW eligibility within 90 days, and three years of postgraduate experience. Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, assisting families with healthcare needs, and documentation. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in children's health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in postgraduate social work.
• Experience in a medical setting and/or with children and families preferred.
• Georgia LCSW or eligibility to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Assist patients with coping and resource access.
• Document and maintain updated patient information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Knowledge of age-appropriate treatment

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Tools

Basic Windows

Job description

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Work Shift

Variable

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

Variable

Shift End Time

Variable

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Ensures that high-quality, comprehensive social work services are provided which support healthcare and coordinate the psychosocial needs of patients and families.

Experience

• Three years of experience in postgraduate social work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a medical setting and/or with children and families

Education

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited graduate school

Certification Summary

• Georgia or other state Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Must be eligible for and obtain Georgia LCSW within 90 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment
• Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of age-appropriate treatment and practice
• Organizational and analytical skills

Job Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify strengths and potential barriers across the continuum of care as relates to patient health and wellbeing.
• Assists patients and families in coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and end of life based on principles of growth and development, family systems, and cultural considerations.
• Assists families and healthcare team in making plans for discharge and ongoing medical care and treatment related to psychosocial needs.
• Assists families in accessing resources to achieve and/or maintain stabilization and self-sufficiency.
• Assesses patients and families for safety, abuse, neglect concerns, and serves as the mandated reporter for hospital campuses or assigned service area to Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services and Law Enforcement.
• Provides information and acts as liaison for child protection, custody, supervision, visitation, and other safety needs on behalf of the family, interdisciplinary team, and community organizations.
• Documents and maintains updated patient information pertaining to services provided.
• Active participation in social work and system initiatives such as: supervision of master’s level social work student, completion of presentations/events (internal, community), special programs/project participation, committee participation (unit, department, system), critical shift/vacancy/FMLA coverage, onboarding/mentoring support, camp participation, department/system/unit volunteer support or training (bereavement, reunions, service of remembrance), superuser (Voalte, EPIC, Redcap, High Risk Screens), works independently with limited supervision, serving as a peer mentor or informal leader in the absence of onsite leadership.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Social/Emotional/Spiritual Support