Medical Social Worker

Job Title Medical Social Worker Department Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Location Macon, GA Overview The Mercer Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Care clinic in Macon, GA is seeking a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to patients, families, and groups under the supervision of the CSDC Nurse Manager. Responsibilities Provide psychosocial support to individuals, families, and groups coping with chronic, acute, or disabling illnesses. Advise family caregivers, provide patient education and counseling, and make referrals for other services. Offer care and case management or interventions promoting health, preventing disease, and addressing barriers to healthcare access. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work. Two years of experience in a hospital or community‑based social services program. Licensed in the state of Georgia as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Valid CPR certification. Bilingual in Spanish and English and/or experience with Electronic Medical Records Systems (preferably Athena) is highly desirable. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong verbal and written communication skills. Expertise in conflict mediation, abuse and neglect, advance directives, crisis intervention, and government programs. Knowledge of CMS and Medicaid regulations regarding healthcare access and community‑regulated programs for patients with disabilities. Ability to work independently and make sound judgments in complex situations. Background Check Criminal History Check required. Document Requirements Resume Cover letter List of three professional references with contact information Benefits Eligible employees receive comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, and schedules that allow for work‑life balance. Work Hours Scheduled weekly hours: 40 Job Family Staff Clinical Services Exempt Equal Employment Opportunity EEO/Veteran/Disability. The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University‑sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr