We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Social Worker - Med-Surge. In this role, the successful candidate The Social Worker will provide services to patients and their families including, but not limited to, screening, patient identification, patient assessment, transitional and discharge planning for post-acute needs for the designated population (Emergency Department and inpatient acute care, excluding Behavioral Health). Provides limited counseling related to the psychosocial aspects of the presenting episode of care. Job Responsibilities:Assists in completion of eligibility documents, assessment forms, etc, as necessary and appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned or volunteered in alignment with the mission, goals and values. Manages inpatient referrals, including, but not limited to, screening, identification of social work intervention needs, assessments, development of post-acute discharge plan based on assessed needs, and implementation of discharge plans. Provides psychosocial counseling as identified through assessment for patients and families/support systems to enhance participation and cooperation in developing a comprehensive social work plan. Involves patient/family/support system in the care and discharge plan as appropriate. Provides psychosocial discharge planning assessment and services (i.e. subacute and custodial care placements, entitlements, working with high risk and/or difficult to discharge population, etc.). Completes referrals for post-acute services to meet patient needs to safely transition to the next level of care. Utilizes knowledge of community resources to refer patients to appropriate services to ensure continuity and quality of care. Provides limited services of counseling, crisis intervention, transition planning, protective services, advocacy, information and referral within the framework of discharge planning. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess and plan for appropriate care and services across the continuum. Maintains professional documentation as defined by organizational policy and procedure. Assists in the collection and reporting of timely, accurate statistical data. Establishes and maintains close professional relationships with civic and social organizations within the target area. Provides information relative to services, specific programs, and treatment options offered by LMC - Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW). Current NYS Social Work License and Registration (LMSW or LCSW) or permit can be accepted as well. Willingness to devote the time required completing assigned tasks on schedule. 1 year social work experience preferred. Preferred Licenses: Lic Master Social Worker, Lic Clinical Social Worker. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.