Psych Social Worker II, Inpatient Behavioral Health - Wilmington Hospital

Works with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team to safely and expeditiously return the patient to the appropriate post-acute setting. Gathers and assesses information regarding the patient’s physical needs, mental status, family support system, financial resources and available community and governmental resources. Provides factual information based on current knowledge which may assist the patient/family in coping with the disease. Provides specific information on how to communicate with physicians and other Christiana Care staff so as to better utilize the system’s resources. Provides information about resources and options available in the community. Provides information concerning the availability and limitations of resources. Provides information on use of Christiana Care Health System. Describes the process of social work intervention at Christiana Care. Represents patient/family by intervening, negotiating and promoting their concerns. Problems requiring advocacy may include individual and class inequities or inadequate and non-existent Christiana Care and/or community resources, i.e., insurance benefits, housing, etc. Maintains pertinent and timely documentation in patient’s medical charts and departmental records. Accurately maintains required departmental statistical data. Collects and maintains specific information required for performance improvement indicators and research projects. Performs other related duties as required. ​

Qualifications

Master’s degree in social work or related field required Minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience. Delaware Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred. Non-violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within twelve (12) months in position.

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