Social Worker(Part-Time, Days)

Rochester Regional Health; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Social Work team at the St. Mary's Campus seeks a dedicated Social Worker. The role supports patients and families through care planning, rounds, and coordination with the care team to advocate for services and insurance coverage.

The position is part-time, daytime hours (4-hr shifts) and requires a BS in Social Work. Experience in healthcare and strong communication are valued to ensure high-quality patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused.
• Exceptional documentation and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Determine patient needs through rounds, chart reviews and interviews; coordinate with the care team and advocate for insurance coverage.
• Referral Management: Manage referrals for patients at risk and document interventions.
• Treatment Plan Development: Coordinate assessments and develop care plans for discharge or continued care.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Documentation

Education

BS: Social Work (Required)

Job description

SUMMARY

As a Social Worker, you play an important and trusted role in the lives of patients and their family. You are an integral part of their care and recovery.

STATUS:Part-Time, Days

LOCATION: St. Mary's Campus

DEPARTMENT: Social Work

SCHEDULE: 4 hr shifts between the hours of 8a-430p

ATTRIBUTES

• One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Exceptional documentation and planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Determine patient needs through rounds, chart review, patient/family interviews and team conferences; coordinate multidisciplinary and agency case conferences; work with care managers to advocate for patient/family to obtain approval for insurance coverage
• Referral Management. Manage referrals related to patients at risk and determine appropriate intervention strategies and document as implemented; ensure inappropriate referrals are channeled correctly and documented
• Treatment Plan Development. Coordinate assessments and develop care plan in accordance with accepted social work policy; implement plan of intervention preparatory to discharge or initiate continued care plan

EDUCATION:

BS: Social Work (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67-100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver's license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$25.50 - $35.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14611

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.