Remote Social Security Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description
The UW MEDICAL CENTER - MONTLAKE - SOCIAL WORK DEPARTMENT has an outstanding opportunity for a SOCIAL WORKER within the Emergency Department.
WORK SCHEDULE
• Per Diem
• Rotating/Variable Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
• Partner with patients, their families and the health care team to address their medically related social and emotional needs and provide support and advocacy as this impacts their medical condition, treatment, recovery and safe transition from one environment to another
• Be responsible for providing a full range of social work services including psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, discharge planning, crisis intervention and resource referral(s)
• Partner with the patient/family and the health care team to coordinate care across the continuum, improves the patients' care through effective utilization of resources by transitioning from the acute care episode to the post-acute setting
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide specialty consultation to other health care staff and health care teams regarding psychosocially focused aspects of client/patient care.
• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, develop and implement safe and timely discharge plans.
• Provide care coordination for patients with complicated social and medical histories.
• Provide case management and/or counseling services in specialized programs.
• Make timely referrals to hospital and/community agencies including those required by mandatory reporting laws such as child and vulnerable adult abuse.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education AND one year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
Within 90 days of hire must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington:
• Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Licensed Social Work Associate -Advanced
• Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical
• Licensed Advance Social Worker
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$43.47 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$68.03 hourly
Other Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/
Shift:
Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a temporary position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
0.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.