Medical Social Worker (LICSW) - Swedish Medical Center

Job overview

The Medical Social Worker (LICSW) is an onsite contract role based in Seattle, WA, at the Swedish Medical Center - First Hill. This position provides clinical social work services in an emergency room setting, focusing on psychosocial assessment and care coordination. This role is essential for evaluating patient psychosocial assets and deficits to maintain independence. The social worker collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to establish and implement effective plans of care, ensuring patients receive necessary support and resources during their treatment.

What you'll do

• Provide psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients and families.
• Conduct brief individual or family counseling.
• Advocate for patient needs and facilitate referrals.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Assist with long-term care planning and placement.
• Collect data relevant to patient visits.
• Modify care plans based on patient response.
• Participate in team meetings and family conferences.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

day shift

seattle wa

kaiser permanente

social work

licsw

emergency room

care coordination

psychosocial assessment

multidisciplinary team

onsite

no weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

Kaiser Permanente is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists. Sector: 62.