Med/Surg Social Worker - Discharge & Family Support

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn seeks a Social Worker for the Med/Surge unit in Brooklyn. The role delivers psychosocial services, discharge planning, and family support for admitted patients in the ED and inpatient care, excluding Behavioral Health.

The candidate will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, complete assessments, and coordinate post-acute needs, with emphasis on safe transitions and quality care across the continuum.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Current NYS Social Work License and Registration (LMSW or LCSW) or permit can be accepted.
• 1 year social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in completion of eligibility documents and assessments.
• Manages inpatient referrals and discharge planning.
• Provides psychosocial counseling to patients and families.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan care.
• Maintains professional documentation per policy and procedure.
• Establishes relationships with community organizations to support services.

Skills

Communication

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn seeks a Social Worker for the Med/Surge unit in Brooklyn. The role delivers psychosocial services, discharge planning, and family support for admitted patients in the ED and inpatient care, excluding Behavioral Health.

The candidate will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, complete assessments, and coordinate post-acute needs, with emphasis on safe transitions and quality care across the continuum.