Job detail

Clin Soc Worker IP/OP LCSW - NS | Social Work Services | 7P-730A | Full Time

UF Health

#Case Management #Behavioral Health #Patient Advocacy #Healthcare #Crisis Intervention #Discharge Planning #LCSW #Psychosocial Services

Quick overview

The Clinical Social Worker provides and coordinates psychosocial and behavioral services for patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary medical team. They focus on creating safe and efficient transitions or discharges from the hospital or clinic while providing crisis intervention.

Requirements summary

A Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution and a valid LCSW license in the State of Florida are required. Candidates should have recent clinical experience, preferably within a healthcare setting, and a professional certification in a specialty area.

postgraduate degreeprofessional certificateCase ManagementPatient AdvocacyCare PlanningCounselingCrisis InterventionPsychosocial AssessmentDischarge PlanningAbuse and Neglect AssessmentBehavioral Services

Job description

Overview

The Clinical Social Worker provides and coordinates psychosocial and behavioral services to her/his group of patients.
She/he assesses, plans, implements and monitors a plan of care for her/his group of patients.
This is done in collaboration with other members of the medical team, i.e. physicians, nurses, case managers, PT/OT staff, pharmacists.
Works with the care team in a designated setting to identify, and, when possible, advocates for the patient; works to provide direct services, resources, and counseling that a patient/client needs to create a safe, effective and efficient transition/discharge from the hospital or clinic.
Provides his/her expertise in a crisis intervention situation and assesses for potential abuse/neglect of vulnerable patients.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) required from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Recent clinical experience applicable to the designated population served. Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
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Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid LCSW in the State of Florida; professional certification in specialty area required.