Mission Statement:

·We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

·To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

·In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for providing intensive casework, assessment, intervention and referral services to patients
and/or their families. Emphasis is placed on providing for patient’s social needs, exercising initiative and independent judgement
based upon professional knowledge, experience and hospital policy. Liaison to other services along the continuum of care and
community support services.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, and passing exam offered by ASWB and licensure as LMSW
or permit to practice as LMSW through State of New York. Must receive license within 12 months following issuance of limited
permit, if new hire does not have license at beginning of employment.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of
expertise.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Crisis intervention skills. Ability to communicate effectively with patient, family, medical team and other professions within hospital
and in the community.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:
Office and clinical setting. Exposure Class II. No exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions or secretions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Light work: May work long and irregular hours in an emotionally stressful environment.
WORK CONTACT GROUP:
All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.
SUPERVISED BY:
Supervisor or Coordinator
SUPERVISES:
Students/Interns
CAREER PATH:
General Performance Criteria: Licensed Master Social Worker Expectations
Exceeds Meet Below
· Keeps current with various issues facing society and resources available to
respond to the following needs:
· Domestic/family violence.
· Child abuse/neglect.
· Elder mistreatment/abuse.
· Bereavement.
· Under-educated.
· Physically/emotionally challenged.
· Victims of race/culture/age/sex/religious discrimination.
· Maternal child issues.
· Homelessness.
· Lack of food/clothing.
· Utilizes various intervention/resources to address needs:
· Crisis intervention.
· Stress management.
· Counseling.
· Education/empowerment.
· Group support.
· Information and referral to community .
· Support.
· Mediation.
· Advocacy.
· Displays an awareness of broad health issues that impact individuals
and society as a member of various multi-disciplinary teams and/or committees.
· Performs on-call as required.
· Effectively educated the patient/family in specialty area.
· Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
· Remains current related to training and competencies as required by hospital.
· Maintains certification.
· Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of National Patient Safety Goals.

Pay Range: $24.60-$41.40

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location