**Work life balance opportunity! LMSW's are scheduled Monday - Friday on day shift, do not work holidays, or take call!**

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Social Work position in the Emergency Department will focus on discharge planning, participation with huddle rounds, completing comprehensive psycho-social assessments, Social Influencers of Health, and addressing our most vulnerable populations; to include those struggling with mental illness, substance abuse, and homelessness.

The Emergency Room Medical Social Worker is a key stakeholder in the emergency room care transition team which includes nurse case managers, utilization review nurses, providers, and etc. whom all work to ensure the best care possible both for patients who require acute care and those who do not but require connections and pathways to care to improve outcomes in a fast paced environment.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

Master’s Degree from an accredited graduate school of social work. Licensed to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) OR Licensed Master Social Worker ( LMSW) through the State of New York

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.   

A minimum of 2 years Social Worker experience in a hospital setting (preferably emergency department) is required.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 2 years experience in a hospital setting (preferably emergency department), discharge planning and community resource knowledge, ability to navigate the complexities in a fast-moving emergency department environment.

Ability to communicate effectively with patient, family, medical team and other professions within hospital and in the community.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Office and clinical setting.  Exposure Class I.  Exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Light work: May work long and irregular hours in an emotionally stressful environment.

WORK CONTACT GROUP:

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

SUPERVISED BY:

Supervisor or Coordinator

Pay Range: $30.00 - $43.50

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.