Palliative Care Clinical Social Worker

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH seeks a licensed social worker to support palliative care services across patient, family, and care teams. The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and collaborative care within a high-stress hospital environment.

The ideal candidate holds a MSW, an active LSW license in Ohio, 1-2 years of LSW experience in patient-centered settings, and solid knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• Active LSW license in the state of Ohio.
• 1-2 years' experience as an LSW in a patient-centric setting.

Responsibilities

• 30% Clinical Assessment: interview patients/families and develop care plans.
• 30% Intervention Management: plan and provide counseling and discharge planning.
• 25% Population Management: coordinate care within interdisciplinary teams.
• 10% Documentation and Regulatory Compliance: record keeping per standards.
• 5% Maintain awareness of services and facilitate linkages.

Skills

LSW experience

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

LSW License

Job description

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH seeks a licensed social worker to support palliative care services across patient, family, and care teams. The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and collaborative care within a high-stress hospital environment.

The ideal candidate holds a MSW, an active LSW license in Ohio, 1-2 years of LSW experience in patient-centered settings, and solid knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems.