Join our dedicated team as a Social Worker and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate support, coordinate care plans, and advocate for vulnerable populations within healthcare and educational settings. Your expertise will help foster positive outcomes by connecting families with essential resources, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and empathy.
This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to community well-being while advancing your career in social services.
Duties
- Assess the needs of children and families through interviews, observations, and data collection to develop tailored support plans.
- Collaborate with medical teams, educators, and community organizations to coordinate patient care and educational services.
- Provide case management by guiding families through complex systems such as healthcare, special education, and social services.
- Support children with special needs by advocating for appropriate educational accommodations and resources.
- Maintain thorough documentation of case progress, interventions, and service outcomes using clear and accurate records.
- Utilize medical terminology effectively when communicating with healthcare professionals to ensure precise information exchange.
- Conduct research on best practices in pediatrics, patient care, and social work to continually enhance service quality.
Experience
- Proven experience working directly with children in clinical, educational, or community settings.
- Prior hospital experience is highly desirable, especially within pediatric departments or patient care environments.
- Strong background in case management, including coordinating multiple services for vulnerable populations.
- Familiarity with research methodologies related to pediatrics or social work practices.
- Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to healthcare settings to facilitate effective communication.
- Experience supporting children with special education needs or developmental challenges is a plus.
Join us in creating a supportive environment where children's health, education, and well-being are prioritized! Pay: $21.32-$80.10 per hour