MSW Hospital Social Worker - Discharge & Care Transitions

MedStar Health; Olney (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Olney, MD is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to join our interdisciplinary team. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and coordination between hospital and community services to ensure smooth transitions.

You will counsel patients and families, collaborate with care teams, maintain records, and support post-discharge needs in line with NASW ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work with experience.
• 1-2 years' experience.
• Maryland licensure as Social Worker.
• Master's degree in social work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work and discharge planning services including assessment, planning and intervention.
• Coordinate activities with hospital staff and referral agencies to facilitate patient care.
• Comply with standards, documentation, and NASW Code of Ethics in medical records.
• Support colleagues, participate in quality improvement, and supervise social work students.
• Maintain knowledge, certification, and licensure; engage in ongoing education.

Skills

Discharge planning

Biopsychosocial assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Counseling families

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work

Maryland licensure as Social Worker

Master's degree in social work (preferred)

Job description

MedStar Health in Olney, MD is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to join our interdisciplinary team. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and coordination between hospital and community services to ensure smooth transitions.

You will counsel patients and families, collaborate with care teams, maintain records, and support post-discharge needs in line with NASW ethics.