Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Vicksburg, Mississippi
Provides clinical social work services, including psychosocial assessments and counseling, to support patients and families throughout the healthcare continuum. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, manage high-risk referrals, and facilitate safe discharge planning.
Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.
Role: LICENSED Master Social Worker
Location: Merit Health River Region- Vicksburg, MS
The Social Worker – MSW provides clinical social work services to patients and families to support optimal functioning, adjustment, and decision-making throughout the healthcare continuum. This role performs psychosocial assessments, offers counseling and emotional support, assists with care coordination and discharge planning, and connects patients to community and financial resources. The Social Worker collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to care and contribute to safe, efficient transitions.
Essential Functions
Conducts age-appropriate psychosocial assessments for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to evaluate emotional, social, and financial needs.
Provides counseling, support, and resource education to help patients and families cope with illness, injury, disability, loss, or life transitions.
Participates in interdisciplinary discharge planning by identifying psychosocial barriers, coordinating post-acute care services, and assisting with transitions to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or home care.
Facilitates referrals to internal and external services, including mental health providers, social service agencies, support groups, and financial assistance programs.
Manages high-risk referrals and complex psychosocial cases, including new diagnoses, suspected abuse or neglect, adoption planning, behavioral health needs, and end-of-life care.
Provides crisis intervention and support for patients and families experiencing acute emotional distress, grief, or trauma.
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other disciplines to support care planning, continuity of care, and safe discharge.
Participates in quality improvement efforts, including readmission reduction initiatives and psychosocial outcomes tracking.
Maintains timely and accurate documentation in the medical record according to regulatory and organizational standards.
Serves as a resource for peers and may assist in mentoring or guiding other social workers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Requires a Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and a valid LMSW state licensure. BCLS certification is required, and 2-4 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
Market context
Mississippi healthcare and hospice employers commonly look for MSW candidates with licensure and direct patient-facing experience, especially in settings that require care coordination, discharge planning, and family support. These roles can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with 3–5 years of experience and strong familiarity with interdisciplinary care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight hospice or healthcare experience and your state licensure status.
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