Social Worker - Social Services

About the role

Founded in 1938, Wilcox Medical Center is a not-for-profit medical center dedicated to providing the Kaua‘i community with accessible quality health care. The largest medical center on Kaua‘i, it is a state-of-the-art acute care facility with a full suite of services offering 30 specialties and programs, including cardiology, emergency, family practice, gastroenterology, health management, internal medicine, neurology, OB-GYN, oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics and urology. Its 18-bed emergency department serves as the island’s Primary Stroke Center. The medical center also has four birthing suites, seven intensive care beds and 20 same-day surgery beds. Wilcox is the first American College of Surgeons-verified Level III Trauma Center in the state of Hawai‘i. Wilcox is part of Hawai‘i Pacific Health, one of the state’s leading health care systems and a not-for-profit health care organization with medical centers, clinics, physicians and other caregivers working together to create a healthier Hawai‘i.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, counseling and referral services to patients and their families.
• Recognize and address the emotional and psychological needs of patients and their families during hospitalization.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Offer guidance and support to patients and their families navigating the healthcare system.
• Ensure confidentiality and respect for patient privacy at all times.

Requirements

• Current Hawai‘i Social Work license.
• One (1) year clinical social work experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic personality.
• Strong sense of community care and social service.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality health care to Hawai‘i’s people.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
• Experience with crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.

Benefits

Hawai‘i Pacific Health offers a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes pay and benefits. Rate of pay for selected candidates will be determined by various factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, relevant experience and training, as well as internal peer equity.

Pay

$80,725 - $100,901 USD per year

Schedule

Day/Evening - 8 Hours

Work Type

Full Time Regular FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit

Non-Bargaining

Exempt

Yes