Hospital Social Worker: Discharge Planning & Family Support

Jefferson Health Plans; Cherry Hill (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to patients and families, assess coping with illness, and help develop discharge plans. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a smooth transition to post-acute care.

The position requires a Master’s in Social Work and hospital-based experience, with responsibilities including counseling, resource referrals, and coordination of care with case managers.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program is required.
• 2 years of hospital-based social work experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, resources, and insurance regulations.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and families for discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors and staff in line with Jefferson values.
• Conducts psychosocial assessment of patients and families relating to illness and care needs.
• Develops and implements discharge plans with the multidisciplinary team and provides counseling for coping with diagnoses.
• Advocates for patients to obtain necessary services and coordinates conferences when needed.

Skills

MSW degree

Hospital social work experience

Discharge planning

Crisis counseling

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to patients and families, assess coping with illness, and help develop discharge plans. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a smooth transition to post-acute care.

The position requires a Master’s in Social Work and hospital-based experience, with responsibilities including counseling, resource referrals, and coordination of care with case managers.