This is a thirty-hour Inpatient Partner Social Work role which functions as a float position, assisting with patient and family needs throughout the hospital. The social worker in this role works three 10-hour days per week. Full benefits. LMSW required.

This position is responsible for providing comprehensive social work services to patients and their families in accordance with the job responsibilities described in this document. Core functions include psychosocial assessment and support of patient/family coping skills; protective and advocacy services; and linkage to community resources. These services are provided in accordance with the policies, procedures, and guidelines established by Nemours Children's Hospital and its Social Work Department.

Interface with insurance providers, case managers, and others involved in the authorization of needed patient services. Identify and negotiate differing needs within the family system.

Coordinate discharge planning needs of patients in an efficient, effective, and timely manner while including the family in the process.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships across disciplines and coordinate family meetings. Assist in facilitating recommendations resultant of team meetings.

Document social work notes in the patient medical record according to Social Work Department policy.

Provide community resources and information in response to assessed patient/family needs.

Maintain a professional manner at all times with families and Nemours associates.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Graduate school internship may be applied to the job-related experience at the discretion of the Senior Director.

LMSW required.