Job Title: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Location: New York, NY 10065
Duration: 26 Weeks
Schedule
- Monday – Friday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Note: Oncology experience is required
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to provide comprehensive social work services within a healthcare setting. This role focuses on patient assessment, discharge planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct interviews with patients and families to assess social, psychological, and environmental needs
- Review medical records and collaborate with healthcare teams to determine appropriate care plans
- Lead discharge planning for patients requiring specialized care, including coordination with rehabilitation or extended care facilities
- Assist with patient placement, including pediatric cases when applicable
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and communicate key social and emotional factors impacting patient care
- Support goals-of-care discussions and end-of-life planning when appropriate
- Collaborate with staff to support quality improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
- Experience in inpatient hospital social work and discharge planning
- Experience with goals of care discussions and end-of-life planning
- Exposure to oncology patient populations preferred
- Strong knowledge of psychosocial assessment
- Valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) license issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED)
Education
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
For more details reach at jknox@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732-791-4827.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.