Job Overview
** This position may be eligible for a $1000 Referral Bonus
**This position is eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
** This position will cover Pediatrics and Peds Clinic.
JOB SUMMARY: The social worker is responsible to plan, organize and implement social work services to patients and families; assuring that the medically related emotional and social needs are addressed on individual basis. The social worker, at this level, will need skills in brief counseling to individuals and groups supportive counseling. Responsible to assess discharge needs and facilitate plans with patient/family for discharge and aftercare. Maintain a current knowledge base of community agencies and resources to facilitate appropriate referrals.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work from a four-year college or university required.
- Children’s hospital experience preferred.
CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, and/or REGISTRATIONS:
- Current license in Social Work in the State of South Dakota required.
Location: Avera McKennan · MCK Social Services
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, occas. wknds; 80hrs/2wks
More Information
- Salary Offers $167 a day
