Skilled Nursing Social Worker (MSW)

Oro Valley Hospital; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oro Valley Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families across the healthcare continuum. You will assist with care coordination, discharge planning, and connection to community resources, collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team for smooth transitions.

The role emphasizes empathy, cultural competence, and effective communication within a fast-paced hospital setting, with a Monday-Friday daytime schedule in Oro Valley, AZ.

Qualifications

• MSW degree required (CSWE-accredited).
• 2–4 years of clinical social work experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Licensed Social Worker indicates readiness; LMSW optional.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical social work services to patients and families.
• Assist with care coordination and discharge planning.
• Connect patients to community resources and financial supports.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Caseload management

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Join Oro Valley Hospital as a Social Worker and play a critical role in helping patients and families navigate care transitions, community resources, discharge planning, and emotional support during some of life's most challenging moments. Work alongside an interdisciplinary care team while maintaining a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life Insurance is also available.
• Future Security - 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits - A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off - Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.

Role:

Social Worker- MSW- Skilled Nursing Location: Oro Valley Medical Center- Oro Valley, AZ Schedule: Full Time- Day Shift- Monday through Friday 8-4:30

Job Summary

The Social Worker - MSW provides clinical social work services to patients and families to support optimal functioning, adjustment, and decision-making throughout the healthcare continuum. This role performs assists with care coordination and discharge planning, and connects patients to community and financial resources. The Social Worker collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to care and contribute to safe, efficient transitions.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) required 2-4 years of clinical social work experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of social work principles, case management practices.
• Familiarity with healthcare systems, post-acute services, and community-based resources.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including documentation in electronic medical records.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrates empathy, cultural competence, and sensitivity to diverse populations.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage a caseload, and adapt to changing patient needs.

Licenses and Certifications

• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure preferred
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• INDBH