Inpatient Senior Hospital Social Worker & Case Manager

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 62,956; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Senior Social Worker for full-time medical social services. Responsibilities include collaborating with nursing staff to design patient discharge plans and conducting psychosocial assessments. This role requires a Master's in Social Work and CSW licensure. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and hospital experience. The position also involves handling crisis interventions and providing emotional support. A commitment to maintaining a supportive environment is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience providing social services in a medical setting preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an acute medical setting highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical social services to patients and families in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Works with RN Case Manager to formulate and implement patient discharge plans.
• Provides psychosocial assessments for referred patients.

Skills

Certified Social Worker (CSW) licensure

Hospital based social work experience

Strong understanding of NASW guidelines

Exceptional communication skills

Active listening skills

Customer service skills

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A higher education institution in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Senior Social Worker for full-time medical social services. Responsibilities include collaborating with nursing staff to design patient discharge plans and conducting psychosocial assessments. This role requires a Master's in Social Work and CSW licensure. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and hospital experience. The position also involves handling crisis interventions and providing emotional support. A commitment to maintaining a supportive environment is essential.