Discharge & Psychosocial Social Worker – BSW II

CHRISTUS Health; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Social Worker to coordinate discharge planning, assess psychosocial needs, and liaise between patients, families, and the health care team. The role emphasizes improving quality of life by connecting patients to community resources.

The candidate will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention when needed, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate discharge plans and support services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• LBSW licensure in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning and coordination of care.
• Interviews patients and families to assess psychosocial needs.
• Direct liaison between medical staff, patients, and community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term therapy as needed.
• Identify environmental and financial barriers to care and assist with solutions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to develop discharge plans.
• Refer to spiritual care and other support services when appropriate.
• Assess high-risk patients and coordinate referrals to community resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Social Worker to coordinate discharge planning, assess psychosocial needs, and liaise between patients, families, and the health care team. The role emphasizes improving quality of life by connecting patients to community resources.

The candidate will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention when needed, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate discharge plans and support services.