Job Description

SOCIAL WORKER II Full time Dayshift Bel Air, Maryland  

EVERY PATIENT. EVERY ENCOUNTER. EVERY DAY.

At University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH), you will join a highly dedicated and supportive team that has been providing high quality care to the community of Harford County for over 100 years. We proudly serve our patients and our community with unwavering commitment and exceptional care. It's our passion for people that motivates us to do great work every single day.

Consistently named among the top 100 Best Places to Work in Maryland, our team members have the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and stimulating environment.

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We are seeking experienced Social Workers to join our extraordinary team!

As a Social Worker II you will:

• In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the social worker is responsible for completing intake assessments, assisting with treatment planning, monitoring patient progress, facilitating patient and family meetings, and coordinating and implementing discharge services for patients in the assigned client area(s). 
• May also provide psychotherapy utilizing brief therapy models incorporating crisis stabilization and cognitive behavioral techniques. 
• Participate in health quality improvement and evaluation processes.

AS A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM, YOU WILL EXPERIENCE:

• A supportive, collaborative, and continuous learning work environment
• A comprehensive benefits package to support your health and a balanced lifestyle - including health, vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• 403(b) savings plan with company match
• Generous tuition reimbursement to support your continuing education and professional growth.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSW from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education required. 
• Maryland licensure at the LCSW or LCSW-C required. 
• Experience working with individuals with acute, chronic, and social needs required. 
• Acute care social work experience preferred. 
• Knowledge of Care Management preferred.  Understanding of insurance eligibility and coverage requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Position requires accountability for planning, organizing, and directing discharge and aftercare services that support patient self-management, adherence to treatment plans, and reduce unnecessary utilization.

Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.