Weekend LMSW Social Worker — Discharge & Transitions

Houston Methodist; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital seeks a weekend Social Worker (LMSW) to ensure safe, timely discharges and care transitions. The role covers collaboration with physicians and care teams to address psychosocial needs and facilitate efficient care outcomes.

The SW I provides clinical social work across units, supports discharge planning with the case manager, and upholds professional standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited university.
• LCSW or LMSW state license is required.
• 0 years of experience; new graduate with hospital internship preferred; one year hospital social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive social work and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and interprofessional care team.
• Sensitize health care providers to psychosocial aspects of illness and facilitate transitions.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree in social work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital seeks a weekend Social Worker (LMSW) to ensure safe, timely discharges and care transitions. The role covers collaboration with physicians and care teams to address psychosocial needs and facilitate efficient care outcomes.

The SW I provides clinical social work across units, supports discharge planning with the case manager, and upholds professional standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.