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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship social work policy in Rochester, NY is $16.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Social Work Policy vs Social Worker?

AspectInternship Social Work PolicySocial Worker
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a related degree, may require licensure eligibilityLicensed or certified professional with required degrees and licenses
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, supervised environments, educational institutionsFull-time employment in clinics, agencies, or community organizations
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, social service agencies, government programsHealthcare, social services, community organizations

Internship Social Work Policy focuses on training and educational experiences under supervision, while Social Workers are licensed professionals providing direct client services. The internship prepares individuals for a career in social work, whereas social workers actively serve clients and manage cases.

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Infographic showing various Internship Social Work Policy job openings in Rochester, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,162 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Social Work-Inpatient Per Diem

Rochester, NY • On-site

Rochester Regional Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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$24.75 - $34/hr

Part-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY
As a Social Worker, you play an important and trusted role in the lives of patients and their family. You are an integral part of their care and recovery.
POSITION: Social Work
LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital (RGH)
DEPARTMENT: Inpatient Social Work
SCHEDULE: Per Diem
ATTRIBUTES
  • One (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
  • Compassionate, warm and patient focused
  • Exceptional documentation and planning skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Patient Care. Determine patient needs through rounds, chart review, patient/family interviews and team conferences; coordinate multidisciplinary and agency case conferences; work with care managers to advocate for patient/family to obtain approval for insurance coverage
  • Referral Management. Manage referrals related to patients at risk and determine appropriate intervention strategies and document as implemented; ensure inappropriate referrals are channeled correctly and documented
  • Treatment Plan Development. Coordinate assessments and develop care plan in accordance with accepted social work policy; implement plan of intervention preparatory to discharge or initiate continued care plan

Key Responsibilities:
• Manages referrals related to patients with psychosocial needs and determines appropriate interventions and strategies to meet those needs. Reviews track board census or documentation to identify high risk patients not referred. Determines patient needs through interdisciplinary rounds, chart review, patient/family interviews and team conferences. Documents social work intervention. Ensures that all inappropriate referrals are channeled correctly and documented.
• Assesses patient needs and determines mode of intervention. Possesses appropriate age and specific knowledge about the dynamics of group assigned and assesses patient needs accordingly as documented in Care Connect or medical record. Interviews patients and/or families and records psychosocial assessments in accordance with the social work documentation policy as documented in chart. Coordinates assessments and develops care plans in accordance with accepted social work policy as documented in chart. If indicated, evaluates patients for the appropriate level of care as documented in chart, office file, and by referrals. Coordinates multidisciplinary and agency case conferences as needed, as verified through chart notes indicating attendance, problems discussed and treatment plan.
• Implements plan of intervention preparatory to discharge or initiating continued care plan in compliance with departmental and governmental regulations.
• Works with care manager, acts as intermediary, with Health Care Insurance providers (ex. HMO's, private insurance, Medicare), advocating for patient/family, to obtain approval for coverage as documented in the chart. Involves patient/family in the treatment planning process as demonstrated in the chart notes, and signatures on the appropriate forms.
• Executes plan of discharge/continued care which is mutually agreeable to patient/family. Notifies involved parties (ex., doctor, family, patient, facility) concerning the discharge, within 24 hours of receipt of discharge authorization as documented in chart. Requests needed paperwork from nursing/doctor other disciplines as documented in the chart.
• Arranges for transportation of patient where needed in accordance with hospital procedure, as documented in the chart.
• Acts as liaison with the community and as a referral source.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
• For those hired on or before December 31, 2023, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related degree is required.
• For those hired on or after January 1, 2024, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work is required.
New Graduates:
• Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school's registrar's office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation.
• Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date.
EDUCATION:
BS: Social Work (Required)
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$24.75 - $34.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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