Licensed Master's Social Worker

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; GBP 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) is seeking a Master’s Social Worker in Case Management to support patients and families during challenging medical situations. You will navigate emotional, social, and practical aspects while coordinating services to improve quality of life.

You’ll interview clients, develop individualized care plans, provide crisis intervention, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care. 40-hour work week, day shift, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited program.
• LSW or LCSW licensure in South Carolina is required.
• BLS certification from AHA is required.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and families to assess social and emotional needs.
• Coordinate and plan individualized programs and activities.
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support.
• Help families understand medical conditions and impacts.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care.
• Apply clinical judgment to evolving client needs.
• Work independently under general supervision with room to innovate.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Family support

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Assessment & planning

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you a compassionate, resourceful Social Worker who thrives at the intersection of advocacy, crisis response, and coordinated care? Do you bring both heart and clinical judgment to complex situations? If so, we’d love to meet you.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000118 CHE - Case Management (CMC)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

As a Master’s Social Worker in our Case Management Department, you’ll play a vital role in supporting clients and their families through some of life’s most challenging moments. You’ll be a trusted guide—helping them navigate the emotional, social, and practical implications of medical situations while coordinating meaningful programs and services that improve quality of life.

What You’ll Do

• Interview clients and families to assess social and emotional needs
• Coordinate and plan individualized programs and activities
• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support
• Help families understand the complexities and lifestyle impacts of medical conditions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care
• Use sound clinical judgment and creativity to meet evolving client needs
• Work independently under general supervision with latitude to innovate

What You Bring

• 2–4 years of experience in social work or a related field
• Strong knowledge of standard social work concepts, practices, and procedures
• Ability to think critically, act compassionately, and manage multiple priorities
• Confidence in crisis intervention and family support

Education & Credentials

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited School of Social Work
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in South Carolina (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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