On-site Acute Hospital Social Worker

Who You Are

You are a compassionate and dedicated social worker with a strong commitment to facilitating patient care and well-being. You thrive in high-pressure environments and are skilled at navigating complex healthcare systems to support individuals and families. Your interpersonal skills enable you to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and their families to ensure that each patient's transition from hospital to home or another care setting is smooth and supportive.

What the Job Involves

This role involves coordinating patient discharges from an acute care hospital setting. As an on-site social worker, you will assess the psychosocial needs of patients, create comprehensive discharge plans, and link patients and families with community resources. You will work closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care delivery and optimal transition plans for patients. The position requires proactive problem-solving to address potential barriers to discharge and ongoing patient support post-discharge.

Skills

• Strong assessment and care planning skills
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Experience in healthcare or hospital settings
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail