Social Worker

Johns Hopkins Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking a full-time Social Worker to provide direct psychological, social and practical care to a dedicated caseload of patients and families. You will conduct assessments, identify problems, set goals and implement care plans, while coordinating with external agencies to ensure continuity of care.

The role requires LMSW licensure in Maryland, with a preference for at least one year of clinical social work experience in mental health.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners at LMSW level.
• 1 year of experience in providing clinical social work service, preferably in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct psychological, social and practical care to a select caseload of patients and families including social work assessments, problem identification, goal setting and implementation of care plans.
• Makes referrals to outside agencies and coordinates continuity of care.
• Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Will be required to provide coverage during absences, vacancies and on call.

Job description

Requisition #:682510 Location:Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21287 Category:Social Work/Mental Health Schedule:Day Shift Employment Type:Full Time

What Awaits You

• Opportunities for Career Growth – Build a meaningful career with access to professional development, mentorship, and advancement pathways.
• Collaborative and Inclusive Environment – Work alongside a diverse team of professionals who value mutual respect, innovation, and teamwork.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Take advantage of a competitive and affordable benefits program that supports your health, financial security, and overall well-being.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus

Position Summary

Provides direct psychological, social and practical care to a select caseload of patients and families including social work assessments, problem identification, goal setting and implementation of care plans. Makes referrals to outside agencies and coordinates continuity of care. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes. Contributes to the attainment of organizational goals. Will be required to provide coverage during absences, vacancies and on call.

Education Requirements

Must be licensed by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners at LMSW level.

Exceptions

Is licensed to practice social work in another state or possesses social work qualifications in another jurisdiction comparable.

Meets requirements established by the Board in regulations and has an application pending before the Board of has successfully passed an examination or examinations prescribed by the Board pertinent to the license sought.

Preferred Experience

1 year of experience in providing clinical social work service, preferably in a mental health setting (internship may apply).

The oral and written communication skills necessary to communicate/exchange and interact effectively and professionally with hospital staff, agency health care professionals, patients and families. Interest in working collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members. This is a fast-paced service requiring excellent case management and organization skills

Salary Range

Minimum 32.40/hour - Maximum 53.48/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.