Social Worker MSW Non Exempt
About the role
Position Overview Under the Director of Care Management, with opportunities for clinical supervision from LMSW and or LCSW/LCSW-R staff, this position provides psycho-social evaluation, crisis and trauma counseling, resource referral and case management services. Accountable for intervening with patients and families, by applying critical thinking skills to monitor psycho social status and issues that impact the clinical progression and transition/discharge plan for patients, including the facilitation of patient and family communication, coping and decision making. Works as a part of a multidisciplinary team. United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!
Responsibilities
- Provide psycho-social evaluation
- Provide crisis and trauma counseling
- Provide resource referral
- Provide case management services
- Intervene with patients and families
- Apply critical thinking skills to monitor psychosocial status and issues impacting clinical progression and transition/discharge plan
- Facilitate patient and family communication, coping, and decision making
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Requirements
- Minimum Required: Masters in Social Work (MSW)
- Preferred: 3 years post graduate experience
Qualifications
- Minimum Required: Employee must pass NYS Licensing Exam within 6 months from hire date
- Preferred: NYS Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or limited permit (Note: Social Workers within the Clinics must have current NYS Social Work License; not a Limited Permit)
Benefits
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Pay
Compensation Range: $30.58 - $45.86 per hour, depending on experience.
Schedule
This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.