Medical Social Worker-BSW - HOD HB Peds Developmental - Women and Children's Medical Plaza

Location: Women and Children's Medical Plaza -15901 Bass Road Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: HOD HB Peds Developmental

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 5:00:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $25.06 - $32.58 / hour

Summary

The social work practice that occurs in hospitals and other health care settings to facilitate health, prevent illness and aid physically ill patients and their families to resolve the social and psychological problems related to the illness. Social work also sensitizes other health care providers about the social psychological aspects of illness.

The Social Worker (B.S.W.) provides clinical coordination discharge planning and interventions through assessment, coordination, referral and Interdisciplinary planning for identified patients. The Social Worker also links people to systems that provide them with resources, services and opportunities to achieve and maintain maximum functioning. Additionally, provides counseling and support to patients and families regarding adjustments to disease process and illnesses.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained Program of Study Required/
Preferred and/or

Bachelor'sSocial WorkRequired

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required Area of Experience Required/
Preferred and/or

1 YearMedical Social WorkPreferred

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses Required/
Preferred and/or

Not Required

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Certificates/Registrations Required/
Preferred and/or

Not Required

Additional Requirements

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