Social Worker (MSW)- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania-Full-Time, Day Shift
About the Role
The HUP Social Work Department is looking for a full-time MSW candidate to join the team! The schedule is Monday-Friday day shift (8:30am-5:00pm). Responsible for conducting bio-psychosocial assessments, providing support to patients and families, developing safe and timely discharge plans, and facilitating access to community resources and support services. Professional activities will be carried out in accordance with the code of ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates the discharge planning process to ensure a safe and timely transition.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary health care team to ensure continuity of care and support services to patients and families.
- Provides support to patients and families.
- Responsible for documentation in the medical record.
- Maintains relationships with community agencies and keeps up to date on resources.
- Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions.
- Enhances own professional development and maintains formal and informal continuing education for self-improvement.
Qualifications
Education Specialization: Master's in Social Work (required).
Benefits
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.