Inpatient MSW Social Worker - Compassionate Care & Impact

UNC Health; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Social Worker - MSW (Inpatient) to join the SECU Hospice House team in Smithfield. You will assess patients, develop patient-centered care plans, coordinate resources, monitor progress, and advocate for patients and families within the hospital setting.

The role emphasizes active listening, cultural sensitivity, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring continuity of care, including payer communications for authorization of

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work.
• Two years health care experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions and evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' mental, emotional, and social well-being to identify needs and barriers.
• Collaborate with providers, patients and families on individualized care plans.
• Coordinate resources, referrals, and communication with payers and other providers.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans to ensure appropriate care progression.
• Advocate for patients within the healthcare system and community.
• Engage in active listening and maintain a supportive, non-judgmental space.
• Coordinate care across providers and settings to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate with payers to provide necessary information for authorization and documentation requirements.

Skills

Assessment & diagnosis

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Social Worker - MSW (Inpatient) to join the SECU Hospice House team in Smithfield. You will assess patients, develop patient-centered care plans, coordinate resources, monitor progress, and advocate for patients and families within the hospital setting.

The role emphasizes active listening, cultural sensitivity, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring continuity of care, including payer communications for authorization of