Social Worker-Maternal Child Health

Details

Department: Inpatient

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4.30PM, with rotating remote on-call from 5:00PM-10:00PM

Hospital: Ascension St. Agnes

Location: Baltimore, MD

Salary: $29.20-$43.80

Actual compensation offered will vary based on factors including applicable licenses, certifications, education, experience, location, qualifications and comparison with associates in similar roles.

LMSW, with 2 years comparable acute experience working with children and families, Maternal Child Health, hospital, and/or community setting

Experience with complex medical patients is a plus

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for patient, from admission to discharge.

Create plan for care across the continuum, integrating patient/family preferences and values.

Serve as a resource to assess, evaluate, recommend and treat legal, neglect, substance abuse, crisis, psychosocial and various adjustment needs.

Advocate for resources and removal of barriers.

Maintain ongoing dialog with supervisor and care transition team members to ensure effective implementation and reevaluation of health plan.

Act as a resource for adequate medical record documentation, complex level of care recommendations, and services as they relate to diagnoses, and treatment options for post-discharge care.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

One or more of the following required:

Clinical Counselor credentialed from the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Counselor credentialed from the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Counselor obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Social Worker credentialed from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Any level accepted.

Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.

Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Social Work required.

Additional Preferences

Work Experience:

3 years of experience preferred.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Maternal Child Health Social Worker to join our team at Saint Agnes Hospital. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive maternal and child health services, ensuring the highest quality of care for mothers and their children. This role requires collaboration with healthcare providers, community organizations, and families to promote health education, preventive care, and effective health management strategies.

Provide direct patient care to mothers and children in accordance with established protocols and standards.

Conduct assessments of maternal and child health needs, to identify barriers to treatment and encourage compliance with medical care

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for patients.

Educate families about prenatal care, infant care, safe sleep, and Post Partum Mental Health will be provided the opportunity to Participate in community outreach programs aimed at promoting maternal and child health awareness.

Maintain accurate records of patient interactions and outcomes in compliance with hospital policies.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse populations

What You Will Need

Required Credential(s):

Social Worker credentialed from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. Any level accepted.

Preferred Credential(s):

Drivers License credentialed from the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights1020.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088EEOCKnowYourRightsSp1020.pdf) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.