Job description
Job Title: Inpatient Social Worker - Day Shift
Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Inpatient Social Worker to join their team. This is a day shift position, with a 13-week contract that may require extensions. The successful candidate will work 40 hours per week, with shifts scheduled based on the hospital's needs.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a caseload of 30-40 patients, with approximately 8 patients per day.
- Providing crisis intervention, supporting loved ones, setting goals of care, appointing decision-makers, and conducting mental status exams.
- Connecting patients to necessary resources.
Requirements:
- Must hold a Master of Social Work degree and be a registered ASW in California.
- Must have a BLS certification and LA County Fire Card.
- Must have at least two years of experience in the specialty, with acute care medical experience.
- Must have knowledge of early child development and end-of-life care.
- Must not hold a counseling degree or be a marriage counselor or LMFT.
- Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and have received a booster if eligible.
Our client's location provides all necessary PPE, including fit testing on-site. Parking is available on-site. The EMR system used is Epic.
Local travelers are welcome to apply. Please note that candidates without Requested Time Off (RTO) will be prioritized, and a maximum of 3 days RTO will be approved. There are no on-call requirements for this position.
To apply, please submit your resume, skills checklist, certifications, and COVID-19 vaccination status.