Pediatric Care Management Social Worker - Part Time - Inpatient (Rotating Weekends)

Position Title: Pediatric Care Management Social Worker - Part Time - Inpatient (Rotating Weekends) Department: OCH Care Management Part Time – 24 hours per week (8 hour shifts), Rotating Weekends. A Care Management Social Worker provides essential support and guidance to patients and families navigating overall wellness in the OU healthcare system. They deliver comprehensive care coordination and support services to individuals and families facing complex social and health-related challenges, working collaboratively with clients, families, healthcare professionals, and community resources. Essential Responsibilities Assess assigned patients' unique conditions by combining data from medical diagnoses, chart reviews, personal interviews, and care teams. Perform psychosocial assessments and relate findings to necessary clinical staff. Provide or supervise plan of care interventions including resource and referral help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy (under supervision), and support as appropriate. Partner with the healthcare team and involve the patient and family in development and implementation of plans. Provide patients and family education regarding diseases, treatments, social or financial situations, emotional stress, and other problems. Monitor care to evaluate progress toward goals and institute appropriate interventions as needed. Conduct high risk screening, provide crisis counseling (under supervision), and provide education and resources regarding abuse or neglect, documenting these sessions. Act as a liaison between patients/families and the clinical staff and other agencies. Advocate for patient concerns and address ethical dilemmas through appropriate channels. Maintain an open, approachable manner, treating others fairly and respectfully while preserving self‑confidence and dignity. Complete applicable reports based on mandated reporting requirements. Enable LMSW or LCSW with 1 year experience to precept newly hired SW Level I or BSW and MSW students. General Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Level 1) Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required. Experience Requirements: 0-3 years of work experience, health care experience preferred. License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or under supervision for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required. Minimum Qualifications (Level 2) Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required. Experience Requirements: At least 3 years of social work experience. License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required. Minimum Qualifications (Level 3) Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required. Experience Requirements: At least 5 years of social work experience. License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends and problems; analytical skills sufficiently strong to interpret situations and determine the appropriate course of action; ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families and hospital staff; good interpersonal skills. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. #J-18808-Ljbffr OU Health