Cutting Edge Search Hiring for Healthcare Social Worker at Houston, TX Full Time

• Completion of an accredited Master of Social Work program (MSW).
• Possession of a current Master Social Worker (LMSW) license in the state of Texas is mandatory.
• Prior field placement or internship experience in health services or healthcare provider settings.
• Acute care social work experience within a hospital setting is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• The Licensed Master Social Worker engages in systematic intervention to deliver clinical social work services and complex discharge planning to patients and their families facing intricate psychosocial challenges.
• They assist individuals in determining eligibility for social programs and financial assistance while connecting them with various special funds and agencies within the community.
• Under the supervision of a licensed clinical social worker, they provide crisis intervention and mental health assessments to patients and families with psychosocial needs.
• The role involves coordinating and facilitating the development of comprehensive discharge plans for high-risk patient populations.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, including Physicians, Case Managers, Staff Nurses, and other care team members, to address psychosocial issues and ensure appropriate treatment across the continuum of care for at-risk individuals.