WVU Medicine
Social Worker-MSW | Ambulatory - University Town Centre
WVU Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
Social Worker-MSW | Ambulatory - University Town Centre
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Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) through West Virginia Board of Social Work. Minimum Qualifications - Ohio
Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervision (LISW-S) through Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Minimum Qualifications - Maryland
Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LISW-C) through Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. Minimum Qualifications - Pennsylvania
Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Preferred Qualifications
Certification in Case Management. Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker through Pennsylvania Department of State (for Pennsylvania locations). Experience
Two (2) years' social work experience. Core Duties and Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional, social, and community strengths and problems related to their diagnosis, illness, treatment, and/or life situation. Participate as an integral professional in an interdisciplinary treatment team led by physician. Formulate, develop, and implement comprehensive treatment plans utilizing appropriate evidence‑based treatments and interventions. Screens, educates on diagnosis, and provides therapy and interventions to individuals with a variety of presenting problems including substance abuse, depression, and anxiety, thought disorders, trauma, and autism spectrum. Provide consultative services to health care team members within scope of care definitions as needed. Provide education to patients and families regarding adaptation to the patient’s diagnosis, illness, treatment, and/or life situation. Participate in multi‑disciplinary health care teams and represent clinical social work perspective as liaison with patient and family. Formulate, develop, and implement discharge plan beginning on the day of admission through length of stay. Act as liaison with community agencies and resources to assist patients and families as needed. Facilitate cognitive/psychoeducational group therapy at least once per day and provide individual Solution Focused Brief therapy and crisis intervention as ordered by doctor and/or as needed. Provide updates and information to families/support persons and care providers through length of patient stay and facilitate family meetings to provide discharge planning and education. Facilitate referrals to placement options including but not limited to personal care homes, nursing homes, skilled rehab, assisted living, and group homes. Document assessment, plan, interactions, and interventions according to departmental, hospital, and/or health system guidelines and standards. Maintain electronic medical records and documentation in accordance with department, hospital, medical center, and/or health system policies. Attend and participate in staff, committee, department, and other administrative meetings. For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
Complete annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, in‑services, and competency validation. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing or sitting. Working Environment
Flexible hours to include weekends and holidays for inpatient setting. Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with health care professionals at all levels to achieve established goals and improve quality outcomes. Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office software. Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Shift: United States of America Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Cost Center: 8800 WVUH University Town Centre Address: 6040 University Town Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Social Worker-MSW | Ambulatory - University Town Centre
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WVU Medicine . We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below you’ll find key information about this position. Provides social work services to patients, their families, and/or significant others through counseling, emotional support, assisting with environmental needs, crisis intervention, and group leadership. Minimum Qualifications - West Virginia
Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) through West Virginia Board of Social Work. Minimum Qualifications - Ohio
Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), or Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervision (LISW-S) through Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board. Minimum Qualifications - Maryland
Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field. Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LISW-C) through Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. Minimum Qualifications - Pennsylvania
Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Preferred Qualifications
Certification in Case Management. Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker through Pennsylvania Department of State (for Pennsylvania locations). Experience
Two (2) years' social work experience. Core Duties and Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional, social, and community strengths and problems related to their diagnosis, illness, treatment, and/or life situation. Participate as an integral professional in an interdisciplinary treatment team led by physician. Formulate, develop, and implement comprehensive treatment plans utilizing appropriate evidence‑based treatments and interventions. Screens, educates on diagnosis, and provides therapy and interventions to individuals with a variety of presenting problems including substance abuse, depression, and anxiety, thought disorders, trauma, and autism spectrum. Provide consultative services to health care team members within scope of care definitions as needed. Provide education to patients and families regarding adaptation to the patient’s diagnosis, illness, treatment, and/or life situation. Participate in multi‑disciplinary health care teams and represent clinical social work perspective as liaison with patient and family. Formulate, develop, and implement discharge plan beginning on the day of admission through length of stay. Act as liaison with community agencies and resources to assist patients and families as needed. Facilitate cognitive/psychoeducational group therapy at least once per day and provide individual Solution Focused Brief therapy and crisis intervention as ordered by doctor and/or as needed. Provide updates and information to families/support persons and care providers through length of patient stay and facilitate family meetings to provide discharge planning and education. Facilitate referrals to placement options including but not limited to personal care homes, nursing homes, skilled rehab, assisted living, and group homes. Document assessment, plan, interactions, and interventions according to departmental, hospital, and/or health system guidelines and standards. Maintain electronic medical records and documentation in accordance with department, hospital, medical center, and/or health system policies. Attend and participate in staff, committee, department, and other administrative meetings. For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
Complete annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, in‑services, and competency validation. Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing or sitting. Working Environment
Flexible hours to include weekends and holidays for inpatient setting. Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with health care professionals at all levels to achieve established goals and improve quality outcomes. Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office software. Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Shift: United States of America Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Cost Center: 8800 WVUH University Town Centre Address: 6040 University Town Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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