Senior Social Worker, OB/GYN & Discharge Planning

SUNY Downstate Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a full-time Social Worker III in Obstetrics & Gynecology. The role provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counseling, and care coordination to patients, families, and caregivers, supporting discharge planning and transitions of care.

The Social Worker collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, coordinates referrals to community resources, and assists with eligibility for public benefits while ensuring

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program or equivalent for licensure.
• Current NY LMSW or LCSW licensure.
• Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, counseling, advocacy, and care coordination.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Develop and implement psychosocial intervention plans.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning support.
• Collaborate in rounds and care plans to address psychosocial needs.
• Coordinate with care management and external services for placements.
• Educate patients on benefits, resources, and community services.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Advocacy

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

LMSW or LCSW licensure

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a full-time Social Worker III in Obstetrics & Gynecology. The role provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, counseling, and care coordination to patients, families, and caregivers, supporting discharge planning and transitions of care.

The Social Worker collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, coordinates referrals to community resources, and assists with eligibility for public benefits while ensuring