Job Description

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled licensed Social Work Specialist II to join our team. This position plays a vital role in providing casework services to patients and families, addressing psychosocial aspects of care and adjustment to illness and treatment. Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary staff, both internal and external, the Social Work Specialist II contributes to complex case management, patient advocacy, and quality improvement efforts. If you are dedicated to enhancing patient well-being and supporting comprehensive care planning, we encourage you to apply.

Your Schedule:

• Monday through Friday

• Day shift

• Salaried position

• On-call responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Identify patients requiring Social Work services through high-risk screening tools.

• Assess patient needs, issues, and available resources to support comprehensive discharge planning.

• Develop and implement creative solutions to complex care issues in collaboration with the healthcare team.

• Provide emotional support and education to patients and families, promoting informed decision-making.

• Serve as a liaison between the hospital and community agencies, ensuring continuity of care.

• Coordinate patient discharges and transfers, including arranging home health services, rehabilitation, and necessary equipment.

• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary meetings, patient care rounds, and hospital-wide education initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with departmental standards.

• Provide crisis intervention services, including suicide risk assessments as needed.

• Support educational opportunities for student field placements and professional development.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited (CSWE) school. Must possess NYS licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

• Experience: Hospital-based social work experience highly preferred.

• Skills: Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to navigate complex care planning and advocate for patient needs.

• Personal Qualities: Compassionate, patient-focused, and committed to interdisciplinary teamwork.

Physical Demands:

• Some physical effort required, including light lifting, reaching, and stooping.

• Frequent standing and walking throughout work hours.

Exposure Risk:

• Category II: Potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, with occasional unplanned Category I tasks.

Join our dedicated team at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital and make a meaningful impact on patient care. Apply today!

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