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Pay range:
$41.11 - $66.60
Overlake has an outstanding opportunity for a Social Worker in our Emergency Department! The social worker will work the day shift in a busy Emergency Department and will conduct assessments for mental health, substance use disorder, abuse and neglect, and other psychosocial issues. Provide interventions, coordinate appropriate dispositions, such as voluntary and involuntary psychiatric hospitalizations, and provide resources based on the patient's needs.
1.0 FTE (80 hours biweekly pay period)
10 Hour Shifts 1245 - 2315
Schedule:
Week 1: Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun
Week 2: Wed/Thurs/Fri
Qualifications for Social Worker:
Master's degree in Social Work preferred, or related field from an accredited university required.
Candidate must possess one of the following licenses from the state of Washington: Social Work Associate Independent Clinical (SWAIC), Social Work Associate Advanced (SWAA), Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFTA), Mental Health Counselor Associate (MHCA), or Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC).
Minimum one year of experience preferred.
Requires assessment and care planning skills, broad knowledge of the community resources, medical terminology, hospital systems, insurance guidelines, financial issues, and risk management issues. Effective verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. An understanding of the issues that are involved in the documentation and continual quality improvement process of patient care in the hospital setting preferred.
Qualifications for Social Worker II:
Master's degree in Social Work preferred, or related field from an accredited university required.
Candidate must possess one of the following licenses from the state of Washington: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Minimum two years of experience required.
Requires assessment and care planning skills, broad knowledge of the community resources, medical terminology, hospital systems, insurance guidelines, financial issues, and risk management issues. Effective verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. An understanding of the issues that are involved in the documentation and continual quality improvement process of patient care in the hospital setting preferred.
Why join Overlake?
We're proud to offer benefits that support you in every stage of your career and life. But it's our inspirational culture that has made us one of America's Top 150 places to work in healthcare for several years in a row.
If this sounds like an environment where you'll thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
How much will this job pay?
Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale, from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift, certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience and internal equity. If you have questions about Overlake's pay practices, employee benefits or the pay for a specific position, please contact HR@overlakehospital.org
Overlake Hospital Medical Center is a nonprofit, non-tax-supported, state-of-the-art medical facility equipped to deliver the highest standards of medical care. With 2,400 employees and more than 1,000 physicians, our employees work collaboratively with all levels of staff and physicians to deliver Medical excellence every day™.
Overlake is a team-oriented organization dedicated to providing excellent patient care. Employees enjoy an environment that encourages professional growth and educational opportunities, as well as support and camaraderie from management and peers.