Social Worker - University Hospital

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

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s University Hospital Rhodes Hall seeks a Social Worker to join Care Management Services. The role delivers psychosocial assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and discharge planning to support patients through medical treatment and transitions.

Ideal candidates hold an MSW with Ohio LSW licensure and can complete a background check; 40-hour weeks are typical in this regular schedule role at University Hospital.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work from an accredited program.
• State of Ohio LSW licensure.
• Background check may be required during the post offer process.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide counseling to patients and families.
• Deliver crisis intervention and mental health support as needed.
• Provide financial counseling and discharge planning to facilitate safe transitions.
• Link patients to community resources and educate families on health needs and services.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Assessment

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

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Job Title:Social Worker - University HospitalDepartment:University Hospital | Care Management Services

Scope/Position Summary

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).

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354) 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.

Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center.

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