University Hospitals·Cleveland, Ohio
The Social Worker provides psychosocial assessments, supportive counseling, and crisis intervention for pediatric patients in the Cranial Facial clinic. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive discharge plans and link families to community resources.
"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world-class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference. The Social Worker 2 role within the UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists patients with various issues. We currently offer an opportunity for a Full Time, Social Worker to support pediatric patients in Cleveland. Joining our team comes with several benefits, including: Free parking for regular status caregivers Tuition reimbursement Full benefits and retirement Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development A Brief Overview Collaborates with all members of the health care team, patient and family (or significant others) to coordinate timely and efficient assessment of psychosocial and discharge planning needs and formulation of patient and family centered discharge plans. Serves a resource to others in work-team and department. What You Will Do Provides psychosocial assessment / intervention to assist patients/families (including clinically complex)
Provides age specific care to patients/families in all age groups. Develops, documents and implements a comprehensive plan based on identified psychosocial needs and/or discharge needs.
Develops plans with attention to individual patient and family goals
Provides linkage to community resources and UH network services to facilitate optimal care Communicates/collaborates with the work team using a multidisciplinary approach. Provides guidance/ consultation to peers/team regarding routine psychosocial issues and /or discharge planning issues. Provides supervision to social work interns if LISW eligible (completion of supervision hours). Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education Master's Degree from an accredited school of Social Work (Required) Work Experience Hospital/Health Agency experience. (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker (LSW) (Required) Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) (Preferred within 1 Year) Position Details/Preferred Qualifications At least one year of recent experience is strongly preferred.
This position provides social work services to the Cranial Facial clinic.
The Social Worker is responsible for psychosocial assessments, supportive counseling services, providing resources, and crisis intervention, as this patient population faces many challenges.
The schedule is Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri: 8:30am-4:00pm, and Wed: 9:30am-6:00pm.
Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
A Master's Degree in Social Work and a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) certification are required. Preference is given to candidates with hospital experience and those who can obtain LISW certification within one year.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.