A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
Social Worker-MSW Urgent Care Loma Linda University Health - 4.0 Loma Linda, CA Job Details Per diem $42.19 - $56.75 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Master's degree in social work Master's degree Full Job Description This role is non-benefited, per diem, requiring a minimum of 2-shifts per month
Schedule:
Primarily weekdays (Monday-Friday), day shift 7:30am-4pm.
Job Summary:
The Social Worker-MSW Urgent Care serves as a key member of the patient care delivery team. Identifies patient and family psychosocial and environmental needs related to urgent treatment and discharge. Works collaboratively with other members of the interdisciplinary team in developing and implementing a comprehensive, integrated discharge plan. Makes appropriate referrals for community services; may provide emotional support and counseling services, crisis intervention. Assesses and intervenes in situations involving child or elder abuse/neglect, domestic violence. Provides care and services to all patient groups: Neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and elderly. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience:
Master's Degree in social work required. Minimum one year of experience in clinical setting required. Previous urgent care experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
In-depth knowledge of case management practice and methodologies. Substantial knowledge of basic nursing concepts and care of the patient as well as education of the adult learner. Able to speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; exhibit professional behavior at all times.
