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Inpatient Pediatric Medical Social Worker

ChildServe
ChildServe Salary
Johnston, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Inpatient Medical Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. This role provides critical psychosocial support to pediatric patients and their families in an inpatient setting. The Social Worker will assess patient needs, develop care plans, coordinate services, and provide crisis intervention while advocating for the well-being of children with complex medical conditions.

What You'll Do

  • Assist families in accessing resources and advocate for their cultural and individual needs.

  • Collaborate with the care team to develop treatment plans and support families’ emotional needs.

  • Continuously assess patient needs and coordinate complex discharge planning.

  • Provide palliative and end-of-life support in collaboration with medical teams and stakeholders.

  • Manage discharge planning and referrals to ensure timely transitions.

  • Act as the primary liaison with the Department of Human Services.

  • Utilize therapeutic interventions (Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Solution-Focused) to support families.

  • Stay informed on community and ChildServe resources.

What You'll Need 

  • Master’s degree in social work from an accredited School of Social Work

  • Licensed to practice social work in Iowa.

  • Experience practicing as a Medical Social Worker in a pediatric setting

  •  Experience working in an interdisciplinary skilled healthcare setting 

  • Ability to communicate in English effectively for understanding, in writing and verbally.

When You'll Work 

  • Monday-Friday

  • 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

  • Occasional evening and weekend support

Why ChildServe     

ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:     

  • Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life. 

  • We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.

  • Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.

  • Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.

  • We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued, and all feel safe and welcome.

  • We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
    
 

 

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