Emergency Department Social Worker - On-Call Day Shift

About the Role

Provides psychosocial assessments and social medicine services as part of the emergency department/CDU care team, addressing the needs of patients and families in acute care settings.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychosocial assessments, identifies needs, and develops care plans in response to referrals and case findings.
• Assists patients and support systems with coping strategies related to illness, including cases involving abuse, neglect, or legal decisions.
• Provides community resource referrals, supports discharge planning, and ensures appropriate patient placement post-discharge.
• Participates in social work consultations, performance improvement, and departmental activities, including staff education and audits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work and a valid license (LCSW or equivalent).
• Minimum one year of healthcare experience and knowledge of medical terminology and psychosocial impacts of illnesses.
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience with interdisciplinary teams, and familiarity with community resources and care systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication, client advocacy, and resource referral skills.
• Ability to document interactions accurately and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Customer-focused service approach and knowledge of family dynamics and end-of-life issues.