Senior Inpatient Psych Social Worker - Day Shift Leader

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital’s psychiatric department seeks a Senior Social Worker for the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit on a day shift. You will engage with patients and families, provide psychosocial assessment, and coordinate discharge planning to ensure seamless care.

The role emphasizes leadership, education, and collaboration in a high-quality, compassionate care environment. Master’s in Social Work and NY LMSW/LCSW are required, with relevant hospital experience.

Qualifications

• MSW; NY LMSW or LCSW license; 3 years hospital experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial services to inpatients in the psychiatric unit.
• Coordinate discharge planning and continuity of care for patients and families.
• Educate patients and families to improve coping with illness and daily functioning.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Clinical social work

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital’s psychiatric department seeks a Senior Social Worker for the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit on a day shift. You will engage with patients and families, provide psychosocial assessment, and coordinate discharge planning to ensure seamless care.

The role emphasizes leadership, education, and collaboration in a high-quality, compassionate care environment. Master’s in Social Work and NY LMSW/LCSW are required, with relevant hospital experience.