MSW

Social Worker, (MSW)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.

Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.

Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) .

Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

For nonclinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Must spend 50-75% of work time in the patient's residence.

Must have reliable transportation for travel to patient's home.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.

May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure

. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

4 year Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (Required)

Master's Degree in Social Work (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1 - 2 years Medical facility (Preferred)

1 - 2 years Supervisory experience (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

No Certifications are Required or Preferred

GENERAL SKILLS

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations Read

Comprehend Written Instructions

Follow Verbal Instructions

Basic Computer Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Have near normal hearing - Hear alarms

telephone

tape recorder

normal speaking voice Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors

Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

Ability to perform - repetitive tasks, motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Bending, Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Pushing, Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Lift, carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Lift, carry > 20 lbs with assistance

Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)