Healthcare Social Worker (Night Duty)

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POSITION SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Counsels and assists patients and their families with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illnesses or which creates obstacles in receiving maximum quality of care. Acts as a therapeutic agent by participating within a multi-disciplinary health and mental health teams. Facilitates the delivery of services and support is provided efficiently and in a timely manner. Maintains good working, patient / provider / staff relationships. Complies with and enforces University Health policies and procedures.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education is required. One year's post master's degree experience in a health care setting is preferred.

LICENSURE

Current state licensure from the Texas Department of Human Services is required.