General Care Social Worker

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Work Shift Day
Work Day(s) Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time 8:30 AM
Shift End Time 5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type Regular
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Ensures that high-quality, comprehensive social work services are provided which support healthcare and coordinate the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Experience
No minimum experience required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a medical setting and/or with children and families
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Education
Master’s degree in social work from an accredited graduate school
Certification Summary
No professional certifications required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment
Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
Strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge of age-appropriate treatment and practice
Organizational and analytical skills
Job Responsibilities
Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify strengths and potential barriers across the continuum of care as it relates to patient health and wellbeing.
Assists patients and families in coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and end of life based on principles of growth and development, family systems, and cultural considerations.
Assists families and healthcare team in making plans for discharge and ongoing medical care and treatment related to psychosocial needs.
Assists families in accessing resources to achieve and/or maintain stabilization and self-sufficiency.
Assesses patients and families for safety, abuse, and neglect concerns, and serves as the mandated reporter for hospital campuses or assigned service area to Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services and Law Enforcement
Provides information and acts as liaison for child protection, custody, supervision, visitation, and other safety needs on behalf of the family, interdisciplinary team, and community organizations.
Documents and maintains updated patient information pertaining to services provided.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address 1001 Johnson Ferry Rd
Job Family Social/Emotional/Spiritual Support