MSW Social Worker — Discharge & Care Coordination

Northwell; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed social worker to perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families, develop discharge plans, and identify unmet psychosocial needs. You will participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, maintain documentation, and implement psychosocial treatment and discharge plans while coordinating with community resources.

Experience in clinical settings is preferred; LMSW is required within one year; Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work is required.
• LMSW is required within one year of employment.
• Clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Provide introduction and orientation to newly admitted patients and families.
• Evaluate admissions by interviewing patients/families and reviewing information.
• Prepare psychosocial assessments and comprehensive care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain documentation of initial contacts and assessments.
• Formulate and implement psychosocial treatment and discharge plans.
• Counsel individuals and families regarding coping with illness and discharge planning.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and families.
• Incorporate community resources and entitlement programs in planning.
• Coordinate with staff to identify unmet needs and develop programs.
• Represent the facility in meetings with community agencies.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

LMSW within one year of employment

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a licensed social worker to perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families, develop discharge plans, and identify unmet psychosocial needs. You will participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, maintain documentation, and implement psychosocial treatment and discharge plans while coordinating with community resources.

Experience in clinical settings is preferred; LMSW is required within one year; Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program