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Medical Social Worker
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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$61,536 / year median in Florida
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Day (United States of America) Medical Social Worker This individual works as an integral member of a dynamic team. Will be responsible for provide primarily clinical services in the offering of patient/family centered care to patients. The clinical component involves providing psychosocial/emotional assessment, care planning, community resource referrals, and support to patients/families referred to Halifax Health. Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school required. Valid driving license and good driving record. Must have one (1) year of healthcare experience. Social work or counseling background, knowledge of community resources One year of social work experience in a health care setting required. Working knowledge of systems theory and family dynamics. Strong clinical and assessment skills, including crisis intervention and the ability to work in a team setting. Organization, time-management, and self-awareness. Must be customer-service oriented and able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Team Members at all levels in the organization. Professionalism in interpersonal verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, physicians and ancillary department personnel is required Skilled in providing care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.