Social Worker-LMSW-Per Diem

Catholic Health; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 60,614 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health's Good Samaritan University Hospital on Long Island is seeking a Per Diem Social Worker to join the team. The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, NY State licensure, LMSW or LCSW certification, and BLS certification; clinical hospital experience is preferred.

Strong MS Office skills and solid keyboarding are expected as part of daily patient-care coordination. The successful candidate will maintain involvement with patients and families, participate in staff

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• New York State Licensure required or eligible.
• LMSW or LCSW certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain involvement with patients and families and participate in staff consultations, assessments and evaluations
• Keeps informed of the latest professional practices and trends and performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Clinical social work

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

New York State Licensure

LMSW or LCSW certification

BLS certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

By growing in every aspect of patient experience and quality, Catholic Health is becoming the most preferred choice on Long Island. From the bedside to the exam room to training and safety and every human moment in between — we’re dedicated to providing better care for our communities. Every patient. Every moment. That’s what it means to be dedicated to better.

A member of Catholic Health, Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a non-profit 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level I Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that is focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

Job Details

We are looking for a Per Diem Social Worker to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Maintain involvement with patients and families and participate in staff consultations, assessments and evaluations


• Keeps informed of the latest professional practices and trends and performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Master\'s degree in Social Work


• Minimum of 2 years medical social work preferred


• New York State Licensure


• Clinical experience preferred


• Must display proficient MS Office and strong keyboarding skills


• Certification as a LMSW or LCSW required


• Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association only accepted.


• Acute medical hospital experience and/or experience in a health care environment preferred

Salary Range

USD $52.08 - USD $52.08 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.