Social Worker I - School of Medicine, Emergency Medicine at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emotional Support, Psychosocial Counseling, Patient Care, Discharge Planning, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Cultural Competence, Care Navigation, Case Management, Public Health, HIV/AIDS Knowledge, STI Prevention, Electronic Medical Records, Data Reporting, Diverse Populations

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides emotional support and psychosocial counseling to patients. Assists in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. May identify discharge needs and arrange for comprehensive services for patients following discharge from the hospital. Performs related responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in social work, psychology or a related field. Two years of social work/social services experience. Positions within this classification may require licensure as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) or licensed social worker. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Nursing. Master’s degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in care navigation, case management, or public health. Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and STI prevention, treatment, and care services. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations. Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) and data reporting systems preferred. Ability to demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity in patient interactions. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

The Social Worker I provides emotional support and psychosocial counseling to patients and assists in a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. They may also identify discharge needs and arrange for comprehensive services for patients following discharge from the hospital.