University of Maryland Medical System
Social Worker II Acute Care
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Description
General Summary
Under general oversight, the role functions as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide case management, crisis intervention, biopsychosocial assessments, counseling, referral, treatment/discharge planning, and other general social work services to target the diverse psychosocial and emotional needs of patients, families, and groups in its practice area.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Interviews patients to assess functional level according to professional standards, completes psychosocial & screening tools with direct supervision, and assesses safety risks to determine appropriate disposition for patients.
Develops a plan of care and treatment/discharge plans reviewed with the interdisciplinary team or supervisor.
Provides timely and appropriate crisis intervention services and proactively utilizes de‑escalation strategies with patients.
Evaluates patient’s social determinants of health and methods used within the practice settings to improve quality of care, seeks feedback to assess individual work and assure ethical standards, and evaluates patient’s progress toward established goals.
Provides preventive, protective, or supportive services to patients and/or families, completing mandatory reporting for patients who are or are threatened by situations detrimental to their well‑being.
Maintains working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact patient care, coordinates and documents appropriate referrals/linkages, and keeps the patient, family, and care team informed of referrals made.
Provides patients and family members with counseling regarding coping techniques for illness and care planning, creating a theoretically grounded therapeutic framework for effective problem solving with patient and family.
Receives clinical feedback on assessments, planning, interventions, and overall plan of care.
Conducts individual and/or group education sessions to assist patients/families in addressing and managing health care conditions.
Advocates for patients and their practice area to explore strategies that reduce resource consumption and provide efficient care.
Recognizes and identifies systematic challenges impacting individual patients and the impact to their health, well‑being, and access to care.
Documents all work in a timely manner pertaining to the care setting or required by regulatory standards, discloses information only as necessary, notifies patients of their informed consent for treatment, maintains privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information.
Completes all specific job tasks within their assigned department as outlined by supervisor.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) licensure from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate skill in general social work and/or case management practice areas, completing social work functions under supervision including biopsychosocial assessment, resource coordination, case management, psychoeducation, referral, information gathering, therapy, counseling, mental health diagnosis, consultation, advocacy, effective critical thinking, communication both written and oral, and age‑appropriate interpersonal interactions.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders (colleagues, medical staff, liaisons, patients, families), assess, adapt, and calmly respond to changing or crisis environments, make decisions consistent with current policies, procedures, and ethical standards under supervision, prioritize work assignments, manage time effectively, and follow written and verbal instruction.
Adhere to the professional principles and standards of practice consistent with underlying core values of the profession, as outlined by the NASW Code of Ethics.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $30.85-$44.5
Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Interviews patients to assess functional level according to professional standards, completes psychosocial & screening tools with direct supervision, and assesses safety risks to determine appropriate disposition for patients.
Develops a plan of care and treatment/discharge plans reviewed with the interdisciplinary team or supervisor.
Provides timely and appropriate crisis intervention services and proactively utilizes de‑escalation strategies with patients.
Evaluates patient’s social determinants of health and methods used within the practice settings to improve quality of care, seeks feedback to assess individual work and assure ethical standards, and evaluates patient’s progress toward established goals.
Provides preventive, protective, or supportive services to patients and/or families, completing mandatory reporting for patients who are or are threatened by situations detrimental to their well‑being.
Maintains working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact patient care, coordinates and documents appropriate referrals/linkages, and keeps the patient, family, and care team informed of referrals made.
Provides patients and family members with counseling regarding coping techniques for illness and care planning, creating a theoretically grounded therapeutic framework for effective problem solving with patient and family.
Receives clinical feedback on assessments, planning, interventions, and overall plan of care.
Conducts individual and/or group education sessions to assist patients/families in addressing and managing health care conditions.
Advocates for patients and their practice area to explore strategies that reduce resource consumption and provide efficient care.
Recognizes and identifies systematic challenges impacting individual patients and the impact to their health, well‑being, and access to care.
Documents all work in a timely manner pertaining to the care setting or required by regulatory standards, discloses information only as necessary, notifies patients of their informed consent for treatment, maintains privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information.
Completes all specific job tasks within their assigned department as outlined by supervisor.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) licensure from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners.
Minimum one (1) year of related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate skill in general social work and/or case management practice areas, completing social work functions under supervision including biopsychosocial assessment, resource coordination, case management, psychoeducation, referral, information gathering, therapy, counseling, mental health diagnosis, consultation, advocacy, effective critical thinking, communication both written and oral, and age‑appropriate interpersonal interactions.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders (colleagues, medical staff, liaisons, patients, families), assess, adapt, and calmly respond to changing or crisis environments, make decisions consistent with current policies, procedures, and ethical standards under supervision, prioritize work assignments, manage time effectively, and follow written and verbal instruction.
Adhere to the professional principles and standards of practice consistent with underlying core values of the profession, as outlined by the NASW Code of Ethics.
Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Pay Range: $30.85-$44.5
Other Compensation (if applicable): Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.
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