Social Worker-MSW*

University Hospital : Social Work (Part Time, Weekend, Day Shift) -

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

The Social Worker-MSW assesses clients for initial transplant suitability and re-evaluates candidates as directed. Counsels clients and facilitates group therapy.

Provides assistance to patients and their families in the forms diagnostic evaluation, individual, family & group therapeutic counseling and resource referral.

Refers clients to community resources to enhance compliance with a complex long term medical regimen. These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals.

Performs other duties as needed.

Master's degree in social work. Minimum one-year experience in clinical setting, previous counseling experience preferred.

• Able to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position; operate / troubleshoot basic office equipment;
• type 30 WPM without errors. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; follow policies consistently;

work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to positively and effectively manage complex interpersonal relations with patients and staff.

• Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone;
• think critically; work independently and with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively;
• compose written material; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy;
• pay close attention to detail. Works independently without direct supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; write, hear, read and speak sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone;

identify and distinguish various sounds associated with workplace; see adequately to read computer screens and written documents necessary to the position.