Social Worker - MSW/LSW at UPMC

Williamsport, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Counseling Skills, Crisis Intervention, Advocacy, Documentation, Therapeutic Methods, Collaboration, Ethical Practice

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Social Worker – UPMC North Central PA Primary Care Practices Eligible for a $6,000 Sign-On Bonus! (Two-year work commitment required) Are you passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives? Join UPMC as a Social Worker and become part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and professional growth. Why You’ll Love This Role: Generous Sign-On Bonus: $6,000 to welcome you aboard! Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday schedule, no holidays required. Variety & Impact: Serve multiple UPMC locations across North Central PA, including Montoursville, Loyalsock, Pine Street, WRMC (9th floor), Montgomery, Lewisburg, Lock Haven, and McElhattan. Professional Growth: Opportunities to mentor social work students and act as a field instructor for MSW students. Preferred Experience: Previous healthcare experience is a plus—but we value your passion and commitment most! What You’ll Do: As a Social Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients and families through every stage of care. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and providing crisis intervention, counseling, and discharge planning. Connecting patients and families to community resources, federal/state programs, and support systems. Utilizing therapeutic methods such as brief goal-directed therapy, crisis intervention, and psychosocial support. Advocating for patients regarding insurance coverage and post-acute care services. Collaborating with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans and educate families on medical decisions, advance directives, and end-of-life care. Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to professional ethics and confidentiality standards. What We’re Looking For: Strong interpersonal and counseling skills. Ability to navigate complex social systems and advocate for patients. Commitment to ethical practice and continuous learning. Previous healthcare experience preferred. Ready to make a meaningful impact every day? Apply now and join a team that puts patients—and employees—first! Education: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited School of Social Work (required). Licensure & Certifications: Current, active Social Work License OR successful completion of the social work licensing exam within 9 months of employment. Acceptable licenses include: Clinical Social Worker (CSW) Licensed Social Worker (LSW) UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

As a Social Worker, you will support patients and families through every stage of care, conducting assessments and providing counseling. You will also connect patients to community resources and collaborate with healthcare teams to create care plans.