Medical Social Worker-MSW

Location:Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's WayFort Myers FL 33912

Department: Care Management

Work Type: Part Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:00:30 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$27.57 - $35.84 / hour

This part-time position would require a rotational schedule with one weekend day per month. The ideal schedule would be Monday, Thursday and Friday one week and Monday and Friday the second week of the pay period.

The Social Work practice that occurs in hospitals and other health care settings inspires health, and aids physically ill patients and their families. The Social Worker assists in resolving the social and psychological problems related to the illness. The Social worker sensitizes other health care providers about the social and psychological aspects of illness. The Social Worker empowers patients to be proactive with regard to their health and personal well-being.

The Social Worker provides clinical coordination and therapeutic interventions through assessment, referral and interdisciplinary planning for high-risk populations. The Social Worker will link patients and families to systems that provide resources, services and opportunities to achieve and maintain maximum functioning. The Social Worker has the opportunity to provide Field Instruction for MSW students. The Social Worker provides counseling and support to patients and families regarding adjustments to disease process and illnesses. The Social Worker also expedites linking patients with systems in the community to provide them with resources, services and opportunities to achieve and maintain maximum functioning, and conduct screenings for CBT resource linkage.

At least 1 year clinical experience in medical or healthcare setting.

Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer, analytical, grammar and spelling skills. Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.

US:FL:Fort Myers