Nemours is seeking a Social Worker to join our casual team!
MSW Casual Position currently covers after hours / evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight on call shifts, split between the MSW Casual Team. Currently the MSW Shifts are as follows :
- Weekdays Monday-Friday : 6p-10p / Weekday On-Call : 10p-8am
- Saturday and Sunday : 12p-10p (shift can be split between 2 people) / Weekend On-Call : 10p-8am
- The Inpatient Social Work Department reserves the right to modify the above hours based on department and patient needs.
The Social Worker – MSW will provide comprehensive psychosocial services to patients admitted to Nemours Children’s Hospital. The primary focus will be addressing patients’ psychosocial needs and enhancing their overall well-being. Additionally, you’ll play a crucial role in facilitating patient and family adjustment to illness, ensuring optimal functioning for both individuals and families. We expect excellence in the following areas :
Psychosocial Support : Offer compassionate and evidence-based psychosocial support to children with various diagnoses, including medical illness, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorders.Family Assistance : Assist families in navigating the healthcare system effectively. Link families with a range of services tailored to meet their unique needs.Age-Specific Expertise : Apply age-specific principles of growth and development to your practice.Collaboration : Collaborate seamlessly with all members of the healthcare team, fostering effective communication and teamwork.Responsibilities :
The Social Worker – MSW will play a pivotal role in addressing patients’ psychosocial needs within our healthcare setting. The responsibilities encompass assessment, intervention, coordination, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Here are the key aspects of your role :
Complex Assessment and Goal Setting : Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients and their families’ biopsychosocial situations. Establish clear goals and periodically re-assess the patient / family situation. Document thorough psychosocial assessments and histories for patients and families.Crisis Intervention Services : Provide timely crisis intervention services, including cases involving domestic violence, psychiatric emergencies, child abuse, and family disputes.Referral Triage and Treatment : Assess patient mental health needs and refer for counseling and psychiatry as needed (both internally and to external community providers)Comprehensive Care Management : Perform admission screenings and psychosocial assessments. Offer case management, medical crisis counseling, patient / family education, advocacy, residential placement, community referral facilitation, crisis intervention, and mental health evaluation.Child Abuse Investigations and Domestic Violence Management : Assist with the assessment and coordination of child abuse investigations within the hospital. In collaboration with the medical team, manage domestic violence situations.Professional Development : Continuously update your education and skill level in the field. Attend in-service presentations and continuing education programs to maintain and enhance your knowledge base.Hospital Discharge Planning : Asses social barriers to discharge, work collaboratively with case management, participate in rounds, and escalate complex cases to avoid discharge delays.On-Call Responsiveness : If on-call, promptly respond to events and service requests within 5 minutes of receiving a phone call. Remain within a 30-minute drive of the hospital.Requirements :
Masters degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)Must be eligible for and actively working towards a valid license in Clinical Social Work in the State of Florida.6+ months experience - Graduate school internship may be applied to the job related experience at the discretion of administration