Social Worker I (MSW)

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a VOCA MAP Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families when abuse or neglect is suspected or reported. The role involves education, counseling, safety planning and coordination with MUSC clinicians.

Under guidance, you will perform lethality assessments and facilitate referrals to IPV and elder abuse resources, legal aid, and DSS. Master’s degree in social work and MSW licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an CSWE-accredited program.
• MSW licensure by the SC Board of Social Work Examiners is required.
• Certification in case management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and interventions to patients and families when abuse/neglect is suspected or reported.
• Develop and implement safety plans and lethality assessments.
• Provide education, counseling and referrals to IPV/Elder Abuse agencies, safe houses, therapists, and legal aid.
• Communicate findings with MUSC clinicians and coordinate with care teams.

Education

Master’s degree in social work

MSW licensure by SC Board of Social Work Examiners

Certification in case management (preferred)

Job description

Job Description Summary

The VOCA (Victims of Crime Acts) MAP (MUSC Advocacy Program) Social Worker (MSW) reports to the Manager of Case Management and Care Transitions. Under guidance of the Coordinator, the VOCA Social worker provides direct support and interventions to patients and their families when there is a suspicion or report of abuse and/or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult, intimate partner violence (IPV), and/or sexual abuse/assault. This role provides education, counseling, safety plans, lethality assessments and referrals to resources such as IPV/Elder Abuse agencies, safe houses, therapists, free or low cost legal aid agencies, DSS and law enforcement agencies. This position communicates findings with the appropriate MUSC clinicians.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004054 CHS - MAP Social Work(MUSC AdvocacyProgram)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

The VOCA (Victims of Crime Acts) MAP (MUSC Advocacy Program) Social Worker (MSW) reports to the Manager of Case Management and Care Transitions. Under guidance of the Coordinator, the VOCA Social worker provides direct support and interventions to patients and their families when there is a suspicion or report of abuse and/or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult, intimate partner violence (IPV), and/or sexual abuse/assault. This role provides education, counseling, safety plans, lethality assessments and referrals to resources such as IPV/Elder Abuse agencies, safe houses, therapists, free or low cost legal aid agencies, DSS and law enforcement agencies. This position communicates findings with the appropriate MUSC clinicians.

Additional Job Description

Education: Master’s degree in a social work or social welfare program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Credentials: MSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners. Certification in case management preferred.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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