Pediatric Behavioral Health Social Worker, Day Shift

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a social worker with a Master’s degree in social work and Georgia LMSW licensure to provide high-quality psychosocial services in a hospital setting. No minimum experience is required, though medical experience with children/families is preferred.

Responsibilities include comprehensive psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and coordinating resources to support patients and families across care transitions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work required.
• Georgia LMSW licensure required.
• No minimum experience required.
• Experience in a medical setting and/or with children and families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify strengths and barriers across the continuum of care.
• Assists patients and families in coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and end-of-life considerations.
• Assists in discharge planning and coordinating ongoing psychosocial care.
• Connects families with resources to achieve stabilization and self-sufficiency.
• Acts as a liaison for child protection and safety needs within the care team.
• Documents and maintains updated patient information pertaining to services provided.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Age-appropriate care knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a social worker with a Master’s degree in social work and Georgia LMSW licensure to provide high-quality psychosocial services in a hospital setting. No minimum experience is required, though medical experience with children/families is preferred.

Responsibilities include comprehensive psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and coordinating resources to support patients and families across care transitions.