Job Information
University of Rochester Social Worker - Float in Rochester, New York
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
220 Hutchison Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Time as Reported / Per Diem
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
500382 Social Work-Peds/OB/Outreach
Work Shift:
Range:
UR URCE 211
Compensation Range:
$63,003.00 - $80,600.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Provides professional social work services to patients and their families; collaborates with hospital staff and community social services resources relative to the psycho-social problems of patients; participates in formulating procedures and policies of the Division of Social Service; and participates in educational and research programs, including the orientation and training of new staff and students.
Responsibilities
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The social worker is responsible for providing social work services to a patient care unit in instances when the unit's assigned social worker is unavailable for a significant period of time. These instances may include but are not limited to: extended absence due to disability or sick leave; vacancy due to resignation and prior to hiring of a replacement. The services provided by the social worker will be the essential services provided by the social worker of the patient care unit for whom this social worker is providing coverage.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs essential social work activities described in the job description of the social worker for whom this social worker is providing coverage. These include comprehensive psychosocial evaluations, delivery of person centered, trauma informed care, identification and management of child welfare concerns and IPV, discharge planning, referral and provision of resources, and supportive care related to grief/ loss.
Participates in training and educational opportunities designed to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the social work role in maternal/ child health and welfare.
Documents all interventions per Social Work policy in the patient's medical record.
Collaborates with the patient's medical team in regards to discharge planning and post hospital care needs. Provides handoffs to social workers in the outpatient after care settings.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters of social work from an accredited institution required.
Experience in a medical setting and/or with children is preferred.
Strong clinical assessment and critical judgement skills required.
Capacity to work within a multidisciplinary health team required.
Strong written and verbal skills required.
Comfort in navigating and documenting within an electronic medical record system required.
Ability to engage and serve a diverse patient population required.
New York State licensure is required within 18 months of hire.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled:
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
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