Social Worker - Inpatient Care Management

Job Description The Harborview Medical Center – Social Work Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Social Worker with Inpatient Care Management. Work Schedule Per Diem Day shift Position Highlights Provide direct social work services for patients in the inpatient medical and surgical units of the medical center Participate in health sciences teaching activities, and exercise independent decision‑making authority and expertise Primary Job Responsibilities Provide specialty consultation to other health care staff and health care teams regarding psychosocially focused aspects of client/patient care Provide psychosocial support to patients and families In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, develop and implement safe and timely discharge plans Provide care coordination for patients with complicated social and medical histories Provide case management and counseling services in specialized programs Make timely referrals to hospital and community agencies including those required by mandatory reporting laws such as child and vulnerable adult abuse Perform related duties as assigned/required Required Position Qualifications A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education One year of full‑time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience. Legal Requirement Within 90 days of hire must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington: Agency Affiliated Counselor Licensed Social Work Associate - Advanced Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical Licensed Advance Social Worker Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Pay Range Minimum $42.56 hourly Pay Range Maximum $66.59 hourly Benefits For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a temporary position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) 0.00% Union/Bargaining Unit SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian Employment Legal Notice The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co