Clinical Social Worker

Job Description

1. Support Social Work Activities

• Assist the Social Worker in delivering psychosocial support services and follow-up with patients and families.

2. Preliminary Assessments

• Conduct initial client interviews or gather demographic/social information for assessment purposes under supervision.

3. Client Assistance

• Help patients complete necessary forms, service applications, or paperwork for referrals and resource programs.

4. Coordinate Community Services

• Research and coordinate available community resources, support services, and relevant agency contacts.

5. Documentation & Records

• Maintain case files, update logs, document client interactions, and assist with data entry.

6. Communication & Liaison

• Facilitate communication between patients, families, clinical social workers, and hospital staff.

7. Emotional Support

• Provide general emotional support and reassurance to patients and families within the scope permitted (not therapeutic counseling unless trained/licensed).

Responsibilities

1. Support Social Work Activities

• Assist the Social Worker in delivering psychosocial support services and follow-up with patients and families.

2. Preliminary Assessments

• Conduct initial client interviews or gather demographic/social information for assessment purposes under supervision.

3. Client Assistance

• Help patients complete necessary forms, service applications, or paperwork for referrals and resource programs.

4. Coordinate Community Services

• Research and coordinate available community resources, support services, and relevant agency contacts.

5. Documentation & Records

• Maintain case files, update logs, document client interactions, and assist with data entry.

6. Communication & Liaison

• Facilitate communication between patients, families, clinical social workers, and hospital staff.

7. Emotional Support

• Provide general emotional support and reassurance to patients and families within the scope permitted (not therapeutic counseling unless trained/licensed).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW)
• Valid state licensure/certification (as required by location)
• Knowledge of social service systems and community resources
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information