PRN Medical Social Worker-MSW - HealthPark Medical Center

Summary

The Social Work practice that occurs in hospitals and other health care settings inspires health, and aids physically ill patients and their families. The Social Worker assists in resolving the social and psychological problems related to the illness. The Social worker sensitizes other health care providers about the social and psychological aspects of illness. The Social Worker empowers patients to be proactive with regard to their health and personal well-being.

The Social Worker provides clinical coordination and therapeutic interventions through assessment, referral and interdisciplinary planning for high risk populations. The Social Worker will link patients and families to systems that provide resources, services and opportunities to achieve and maintain maximum functioning. The Social Worker provides counseling and support to patients and families regarding adjustments to disease process and illnesses. The Social Worker also expedites linking patients with systems in the community to provide them with resources, services and opportunities to achieve and maintain maximum functioning, and conduct screenings for CBT resource linkage.

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained

Program of Study

Required/

Preferred

and/or

MastersSocial WorkRequired

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required

Area of Experience

Required/

Preferred

and/or

1 YearMedical Social WorkRequired

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses

Required/

Preferred

and/or

OTHER

Communication and interpersonal skills. Effective coping mechanisms. General computer skills and ability to effectively multi-task responsibilities.