Emergency Department Social Worker & Crisis Counselor

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Social Worker - ED to provide psychosocial support to patients and families in the Emergency Department. The role includes crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, and education within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an MSW and current Mississippi licensure as a Social Worker, with supervision of students and participation in performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• MSW and MS license in the State of Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Assessments: completes psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention for ER patients and families.
• Treatment and planning: develops intervention and plan of care including referrals and advocacy.
• Discharge planning: coordinates post-discharge resources and safe transitions.
• Field instruction: supervises students and collaborates on performance improvement.
• Compliance: adheres to ethical and legal standards and reporting requirements.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Licensed Social Worker (MS)

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Social Worker - ED to provide psychosocial support to patients and families in the Emergency Department. The role includes crisis intervention, advocacy, referrals, and education within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an MSW and current Mississippi licensure as a Social Worker, with supervision of students and participation in performance improvement initiatives.