QMHP - Social Work (PRN)

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

MUSC Health is looking for a dedicated Social Worker in Charleston, South Carolina. The role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, providing direct clinical services, and working with patients and caregivers post-discharge. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree in social work, be licensed as LMSW/LISW and have strong communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement among others. Weekend shifts are expected with a total of 12 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• One year post-graduate professional social work experience; three years preferred.
• Certified in Safety Care and Basic Life Support within the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments on patients and caregivers throughout hospitalization.
• Provide direct clinical social worker services in an acute care psychiatric setting.
• Arrange outpatient follow-up as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social work

Licensed as LMSW/LISW

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within MUSC that provides healthcare to patients throughout the state of South Carolina. Under the clinical practice guidance of the Social Work Supervisor, the Social Worker assists with coordination of the discharge process to ensure a successful transition in collaboration with the health care team to achieve targeted patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments on patients and caregivers throughout hospitalization.
• Arrange outpatient follow‑up as needed.
• Provide direct clinical social worker services in an acute care psychiatric setting, including psychosocial assessment, active treatment (group therapy), discharge planning, and case management for a complex caseload.
• Identify risk factors and apply discharge interventions to lower patient risk of undesirable events post‑discharge.
• Bridge the transfer to outpatient providers with patients and caregivers to address issues and questions.
• Work 6‑hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays, with a scheduled weekly total of 12 hours.

Requirements

• Master's degree in social work or a social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• One year post‑graduate professional social work experience; three years preferred.
• Licensed as LMSW/LISW by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners; LISW‑CP licensure preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to collaborate positively and professionally with medical professionals.
• Ability to work in a thorough but efficient manner.
• Certified in Safety Care and Basic Life Support within the first 90 days of employment and annually thereafter.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Paid time off and extended sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance plan options
• Continuous professional and clinical training
• Competitive pay
• Annual merit increase
• Wellbeing resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee perks and discounts
• Employee referral program
• Flexible schedule options
• Certification incentive program

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.