Social Worker, Pediatric Inpatient

Work Schedule :

Part-time, 80% FTE day shift.

Monday - Fridays between the hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm either Tuesdays or Wednesdays will be a scheduled day off each week, no weekends required.

You will work at the American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, WI.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Come make a difference in the lives of patients at UW Health.

We are seeking a Social Worker - Pediatric Inpatient to:


* Provide psychosocial assessment, intervention and support to patients and families in the inpatient setting at the American Family Children's Hospital.


* Connect with community and government programs to support resolution of psychosocial risks and barriers to discharge from the hospital and overall health and wellbeing.


* Intervene with support systems that are caring for children with complex medical needs.


* Support the Pediatric Social Work team via case consultation, coverage support, and as a partner in improvement projects, as indicated.


* Optionally participate in clinical supervision to elevate to advanced clinical licensure status in the field of Social Work.


* Optionally participate in Social Work staffing models to address Social Work needs in the various care environments across our care continuum.

At UW Health, you will have :


* An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.


* Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


* Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.


* Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Qualifications



* Master's Degree in Social Work Required

Work Experience



* 2 years prior hospital based social work experience Preferred


* 2 years prior hospital or community-based social work experience if supporting the HIV Clinic Preferred


* 2 years prior hospital or clinic based pediatric experience if supporting American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH) Preferred

Licenses & Certifications



* Certified Advanced Practice Social Worker (CAPSW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required or


* Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required or


* Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Wisconsin within 90 Days Required

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

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