Medical Social Worker 2

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SSMC-Sutter Solano Medical Center

Position Overview:

The Medical Social Work Associate (MSW) provides crisis intervention, information,referrals, and discharge planning for patients and their families, ranging in age from infancy to geriatrics. Serves as an expert and liaison to community resources. Provides coordination of complex discharge planning needs and referrals to appropriate support services. Achieves a timely, effective, coordinated discharge plan by involving other members of the health care team. Works closely with Clinical Reviewers to achieve the highest quality care and service and the best possible outcomes in a cost-effective manner

Job Description:

EDUCATION

• Master's: Masters Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

EXPERIENCE

• Two years experience in a Health Care setting and one year acute care hospital experience.
• Previous experience in Discharge Planning preferred.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Strong clinical psychosocial skills with ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory appropriate to specific age groups.
• Knowledge and understanding of individual, child and family development, human behavior and communication, discharge planning and the influence of culture and values in social environments.
• Ability to plan and implement an effective discharge plan for patients and families.
• Knowledge of Medicare , MediCal , State and Federal regulations.
• Knowledge of child, elder, domestic and dependent abuse reporting requirements
• Knowledge of Community resources and hospital contractsKnowledge of Hospital Policy and Procedures Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Good interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to work under the supervision of the Supervisor of Social Services
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Time management skills

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $53.37 to $74.71 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.