About this role
To provide services to The Christ Hospital patients and families by assessing psychosocial needs and implementing a discharge plan of care to assure continuity of the patient’s care. Provides psychosocial interventions, advocacy and linkage with community resources.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Exceptional skill interviewing patients and families in crisis and individuals with a wide range of physical and emotional problems. Ability to prioritize many simultaneous demands. Medical and psychiatric competence including knowledge of health policy, regulations, and legislation and community resources. Self-awareness, professionalism, and good judgment in dealing with emotional and confidential issues. Excellent verbal and written communication. Skill in social work assessment and treatment modalities necessary to assess and treat individuals, families and groups. Ability to integrate social work philosophy and ethics into professional practice.
EDUCATION:
Master’s degree in social work (MSW) required.
LSW/LISW required.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 2 years clinical experience in hospital, long-term care or hospice setting preferred.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
Assure ongoing licensure through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board