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SHIFT:Day (United States of America)A Brief OverviewThe Social Work Department is seeking a full-time Master's prepared social worker at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. This social worker will provide services to pediatric patients and their families seen across the hospital.These social work services include assessment of psychosocial functioning, supportive counseling and education, referral to community resources, and help with accessing benefits. Social Work experience in a hospital setting is preferred.CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatments and evaluate the effectiveness of professional services.Facilitate use of individual, public, and private resources for patients and families.Adhere to medical-legal reporting and confidentiality requirements.Organize workload and set priorities based on patient care needs.Complete timelydocumentation according to department, hospital, and legal standards.Identify barriers to effective service delivery and participate in hospital or community-based committees to improve social work services.Adhere to National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and CHOP Social Work Department standards for continuing education, professional home committees, meetings, and cross-coverage assignments.EducationRequired: Master's degree- Social WorkExperiencePreferred:Previous experience in a hospital, health organization, or mental health agency settingLicenses and CertificationsPreferred (upon hire): Licensed Social Worker (LSW) (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing BoardPreferred: Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) - Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.