What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker- Permanent position at Ambe Healthcare Staffing?
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Social Worker (LCSW) – Acute Care
Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Shift Timings: Day Shift (5x8-Hour) (08:00 AM – 04:00 PM)
Pay: $24.93 – $33.59/hour
Job Description:
- Perform comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for patients across inpatient units and the emergency department.
- Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and counseling to patients and families facing acute, chronic, or terminal illnesses.
- Coordinate discharge planning, including post-acute care placement, financial assistance, and community resource referrals.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and case managers to ensure continuity of care.
- Assist patients and families with complex decision-making while respecting their values and preferences.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with care teams to identify and resolve barriers to discharge (financial, psychosocial, medical, and emotional).
- Conduct high-risk screenings and develop individualized care and discharge plans.
- Facilitate meetings between patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) – Required
- Active Florida LCSW License – Required
- Minimum 1 year recent Acute Care Hospital Social Work experience (or 5 years prior hospital experience)
- Discharge Planning experience – Mandatory
Pay: $24.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Acute Care : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Florida LCSW License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $24 - $33