Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for providing intensive casework, assessment, intervention and referral services to patients and/or their families. Emphasis is placed on providing for patient’s social needs, exercising initiative and independent judgement based upon professional knowledge, experience and hospital policy. Liaison to other services along the continuum of care and community support services.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification And Licensure

Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, and passing exam offered by ASWB and licensed to practice as LMSW in 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

Crisis intervention skills. 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 II. No 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

Supervises

Students/Interns

Mission Statement

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

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 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.

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