Medical Social Worker

Day Medical Social WorkerThis individual works as an integral member of a dynamic team. Will be responsible for providing primarily clinical services in the offering of patient/family centered care to patients. The clinical component involves providing psychosocial/emotional assessment, care planning, community resource referrals, and support to patients/families referred to Halifax Health.- Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) from Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school required.- Valid driving license and good driving record.- Must have one (1) year of healthcare experience.- Social work or counseling background, knowledge of community resources.- One year of social work experience in a health care setting required.- Working knowledge of systems theory and family dynamics.- Strong clinical and assessment skills, including crisis intervention and the ability to work in a team setting.- Organization, time-management, and self-awareness.- Must be customer-service oriented and able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Team Members at all levels in the organization.- Professionalism in interpersonal verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, physicians and ancillary department personnel is required.- Skilled in providing care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.