Social Worker for the ED, MSW

Company: Mount Carmel Health System
Location: Columbus
Posted on: April 29, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Social Worker, MSW 8-12 hour shifts. Day, Evening, and Night shifts available, Casual/ContingentThe ED Social Worker intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies. In addition, offer crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and coordinates and facilitates the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations, including lethality assessments and inpatient psychiatric placements. This role will receive referrals for at-risk populations from SW supervisors and/or site Directors.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. Requirements/Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited program required.
• LSW license in the State of Ohio required, LISW preferred.
• Two years minimum of recent discharge planning experience in an acute care setting and knowledge of basic medical terminology and basic computer skills.
• Effective Communication Skills
• Strong organization skills, self-directed, flexible, able to adapt to rapidly changing regulatory requirements.
• Possesses excellent clinical assessment and analytical skills.
• Excellent computer competency
• Possesses effective interpersonal skills, can work across departmental boundaries, facilitates problem resolution, and maintain a professional demeanor in difficult situations.
• Knowledge of the functional operations of utilization management, discharge planning, care coordination and transitions of care About the Unit: Mount Carmel Franklinton is a freestanding Emergency Department located in the Franklinton neighborhood. The Social Worker facilitates communication and care coordination along the continuum through effective transitional care management utilizing a multidisciplinary team. Our approach empowers the patient and family to actively participate in the care discussion and decision-making process as care plans are adjusted, barriers addressed, post-acute resources aligned, and concerns resolved. We envision a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on exceptional patient experience and evidence-based care Position Highlights and Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
  • Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
  • Generous paid time off programs.
  • Employee recognition programs.
  • Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
  • Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
  • Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
  • Employee Referral Rewards program.
  • Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible colleague, you'll be able to see how much you've made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!
  • Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups. Ministry/Facility Information:Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you're seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You! Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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