LMSW NICU Social Worker - Neonatal Care & Discharge

Woodland-Heights-Medical-Center; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer matching

Flexible hours

Job summary

Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, TX seeks a Social Worker – LMSW for NICU on a PRN, day shift with flexible hours. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, emotional support, and discharge planning to improve patient outcomes. Work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions.

The LMSW will address the needs of diverse patient populations, coordinate resources, and contribute to reducing readmissions while complying with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or Psychology required.
• 2-4 years of healthcare or clinical social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychosocial assessments across lifespan.
• Provides emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention.
• Develops individualized treatment and discharge plans with the team.
• Coordinates referrals to internal and external resources.
• Maintains accurate documentation per regulatory standards.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSW or Psychology degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, TX seeks a Social Worker – LMSW for NICU on a PRN, day shift with flexible hours. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, emotional support, and discharge planning to improve patient outcomes. Work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions.

The LMSW will address the needs of diverse patient populations, coordinate resources, and contribute to reducing readmissions while complying with regulatory standards.