Social Worker 2

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH is seeking a Social Worker 2 for East Hospital – Care Management Services to support psychosocial needs and safe transitions of care.

The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning, with opportunities to connect patients with community resources.

A Master of Social Work and Ohio LSW licensure are required, with a 40-hour work week and first shift.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work.
• Current Ohio LSW licensure required.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and mental health counseling.
• Provide crisis intervention and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families and link to community resources.
• Support safe transitions across care settings.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Education

Master of Social Work

Ohio LSW licensure

Job description

Job Title:Social Worker 2Department:East | Care Management Services

Social work services include psychosocial assessments, mental health counseling, crisis intervention, financial counseling, discharge planning, health education and the provision of material resources and linkage with community agencies. Social work services are provided to patients/families to meet their medically related social and emotional needs as they impact on their medical condition, treatment, recovery and safe transition from one care environment to another. Core competencies include : Psychosocial assessment, counseling and crisis intervention skills, knowledge of post acute levels of care and the PASAAR process for extended care facility placement, assessment and counseling processes involved, and skills assessing neglect/ abuse, including substance abuse and domestic violence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• For Hire: Master of Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work; State of Ohio Social Work licensure (LSW)

Additional Information:

• Location:East Hospital - Tower (0397)
• Position Type:Regular
• Scheduled Hours:40
• Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.