Social Services Professional

  • baltimore
Social Worker - LifeBridge Health

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Social Worker to join our team at LifeBridge Health. As a Social Worker, you will play a critical role in providing direct services to patients and families to identify and resolve problems that impede discharge planning or the patient's use of healthcare resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and develop discharge plans for adult and geriatric patients.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to promote care coordination.
  • Provide emotional, social, and financial support to patients and families.
  • Identify and mobilize community resources to meet patient needs.
  • Maintain timely and consistent documentation of patient interventions.

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in Social Work/Counseling from an accredited institution.
  • Current licensure in the State of Maryland – LMSW/LGPC required; LCSW-C/LCPC preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting; hospital preferred.

About LifeBridge Health:

As one of the largest healthcare providers in Maryland, we strive to provide exceptional care to our patients. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering high-quality care and improving the health and well-being of our community.