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Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Monday-Friday Shift Start Time Variable Shift End Time Variable Worker Sub-Type Regular Job Description Ensures that high-quality, comprehensive social work services are provided which support healthcare and coordinate the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Experience No minimum experience required Preferred Qualifications Experience in a medical setting and/or with children and families Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Education Master’s degree in social work from an accredited graduate school Certification Summary No professional certifications required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Must be able to successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment at 80% or higher rating within 30 days of employment Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team Strong interpersonal skills Knowledge of age‑appropriate treatment and practice Organizational and analytical skills Job Responsibilities Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify strengths and potential barriers across the continuum of care as it relates to patient health and wellbeing. Assists patients and families in coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and end‑of‑life based on principles of growth and development, family systems, and cultural considerations. Assists families and healthcare team in making plans for discharge and ongoing medical care and treatment related to psychosocial needs. Assists families in accessing resources to achieve and/or maintain stabilization and self‑sufficiency. Assesses patients and families for safety, abuse, and neglect concerns, and serves as the mandated reporter for hospital campuses or assigned service area to Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services and Law Enforcement. Provides information and acts as liaison for child protection, custody, supervision, visitation, and other safety needs on behalf of the family, interdisciplinary team, and community organizations. Documents and maintains updated patient information pertaining to services provided. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 5461 Meridian Mark Rd Job Family Social/Emotional/Spiritual Support #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

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