Hospital Social Worker — Day Shift, Impact & Resources

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

DailyPay flexible payment options

Upfront tuition coverage

Job summary

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – St. Louis is seeking a social worker to join our care team in a full-time day shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular hours include 40 weekly hours; hospital social work experience is highly preferred though entry is possible with a Master’s in Social Work.

The role provides social work assistance to patients and families related to social determinants of health, coordinating with community resources and the multidisciplinary team to support treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• No experience required; entry-level candidates considered.
• Experience in hospital social work is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, assesses priorities and documents case activity.
• May consult with members of the multi-disciplinary team in liaison with community resources to support the patient's treatment.
• Assists patients/families with obtaining community assistance by referral to proper resources.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with community health, welfare, and social agencies and seeks creative means to assist the patient with his/her needs.
• Active participant with other members of the team regarding opportunities for improvement in standard work.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interviewing patients

Care coordination

Community resources referral

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – St. Louis is seeking a social worker to join our care team in a full-time day shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular hours include 40 weekly hours; hospital social work experience is highly preferred though entry is possible with a Master’s in Social Work.

The role provides social work assistance to patients and families related to social determinants of health, coordinating with community resources and the multidisciplinary team to support treatment plans.