Job Title: Senior Medical Social Worker

Location: Benoni

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Director of Clinical Services

Job Summary:

Curo Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Medical Social Worker to lead our team of medical social workers. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of hospital experience and possess strong leadership skills to oversee the social work department, ensuring high-quality care and support for our patients. This role involves supervising and mentoring a team of social workers, providing direct clinical services, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care to patients and their families.

Key

1. Team Leadership and Development:

   – Lead and supervise a team of clinical social workers, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.

   – Conduct regular team meetings to discuss case management, share best practices, and foster a collaborative environment.

   – Develop and implement training programs for social workers to enhance skills and knowledge in clinical practice.

2. Clinical Services:

   – Provide direct clinical social work services to patients and families, including assessments, interventions, and discharge planning.

   – Address psychosocial issues related to health conditions, offering counseling and support to help patients cope with illness, disability, and loss.

   – Ensure the delivery of culturally competent care tailored to the diverse needs of patients.

3. Collaboration and Communication:

   – Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.

   – Serve as a liaison between the social work department, hospital administration, and community resources.

   – Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding treatment options, available resources, and support services.

4. Strategic Leadership:

   – Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that enhance the social work department`s effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.

   – Assist in setting departmental objectives and performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.

   – Facilitate strategic planning sessions to identify opportunities for service enhancements and resource allocation.

5. System Implementation:

   – Lead the integration of new technologies and software systems to improve workflow and documentation efficiency within the social work department.

   – Oversee the implementation of standardized protocols and practices in accordance with best practices and regulatory requirements.

   – Monitor the effectiveness of system implementations and make adjustments as necessary to optimize operational efficiency.

6. Training and Development:

   – Design and conduct training sessions for social work staff on clinical practices, ethical standards, and emerging trends in healthcare.

   – Create onboarding programs for new social workers to ensure a smooth transition into the team and familiarize them with departmental policies and procedures.

   – Assess ongoing training needs and develop plans to address skill gaps and enhance professional development opportunities.

7. Policy Development and Compliance:

   – Develop and implement social work policies, procedures, and best practices in accordance with regulatory standards and hospital guidelines.

   – Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards related to patient confidentiality and social work practices.

8. Quality Improvement:

   – Participate in quality assurance initiatives to improve the effectiveness of social work services.

   – Collect and analyze data to evaluate the impact of social work interventions on patient outcomes.

   – Provide feedback and recommendations for program improvement based on findings.

9. Resource Management:

   – Identify community resources and services to support patients and their families, facilitating referrals as necessary.

   – Manage and allocate departmental resources efficiently to meet the needs of patients.

Qualifications:

– Masters degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.

– Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the South Africa with the relevant Council.

– Minimum of 5 years of clinical social work experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

– Proven leadership experience, including supervision of social work staff.

– Strong knowledge of medical social work practices, patient advocacy, and community resources.

– Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

– Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

– Proficient in electronic medical records and clinical documentation.

Preferred Skills:

– Experience with crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.

– Familiarity with evidence-based practices in social work.

– Knowledge of healthcare policies, regulations, and ethical standards.

 Benefits:

– Very Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

– Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

– Retirement savings plan with company matching.

– Professional development opportunities and continuing education.

– Supportive work environment committed to employee wellness.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to Curo health
Senior Medical Social Worker position available in Gauteng, Benoni. This job position was posted by Curo health. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-03-08 at 15:10:21 in the It Computer category