Social Worker, Emergency Department

The Role

The social worker at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) provides professional services to patients and families, facilitating access to resources to support optimal functioning.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled psychosocial assessment and collaborates with care team for comprehensive treatment to patients and families.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of professional services and adjusts/redefines goals and modalities as necessary.
• Shares information regarding patient/family situation with staff from other agencies and programs as appropriate.
• Organizes workload and sets priorities based on patient care needs.
• Completes documentation in a timely manner that meets department, hospital, and legal standards.
• Identifies barriers to effective service delivery or problems in work assignments and contributes to initiatives that improve service delivery.
• Recognizes professional strengths and areas for growth and actively develops and enhances professional practice skills.
• Adheres to NASW Code of Ethics and CHOP Social Work Department standards for continuing education, participation in professional committees, meetings, and cross-coverage assignments.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work - Required
• Previous experience in a hospital, health organization, or mental health agency setting - Preferred
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire
• Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) - Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) - upon hire

Qualifications

• Education Qualifications: Master's Degree Social Work - Required
• Experience Qualifications: Previous experience in a hospital, health organization, or mental health agency setting - Preferred

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of NASW Code of Ethics and CHOP Social Work Department standards

Benefits

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$69,200.00 - $88,200.00 Annually

Schedule

36 hours/week, overnight shift, 7p-7a

Equal Opportunity Employer

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.