Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

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

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.   

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

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.