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Job Summary Reports to the Social Work Manager. In partnership with nurses in the Care Management Department, social workers’ focus is to assess and provide support to patients and families in the ED. Completes psychosocial assessments which enable them to address a range of issues including adjustment to illness, safety and protection, socioeconomic issues, non-compliance, cultural and spiritual issues, crisis intervention and end-of-life care, and facilitating appropriate discharge planning and disposition. Minimum Qualifications Education Masters in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work. ExperienceHospital experience required Knowledge of psycho-social implications of illness and disease on individual and family systems. Licensure and/or CertificationLCSW preferred SkillsKnowledge of Medical terminology. Ability to work in a team framework. Critical thinking skills. Organizational skills. Excellent customer service skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Computer skills required Ability to maintain confidential information --s-p-m1-- By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Monster to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Emerson Hospital Terms & Conditions at and Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

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