Lead Medical Social Worker

Lead Medical Social Worker - 81843 Qualifications Location This position is located in Chula Vista Hours 8-hour shift, 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM Required Skills and Qualifications * Master's Degree in Social Work * LCSW License * Five years of clinical experience * Two years of clinical experience in an inpatient setting Preferred Skills and Qualifications * Supervisor experience * Experience in a hospital setting Description Summary The Lead Medical Social Worker provides consultation and psychosocial counseling and support services to patients and their families. In addition to providing clinical services to patients and families, the Lead Medical Social Worker is responsible for the leadership and coordination of the operations of the department. Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center is a 343-bed hospital with the largest array of health care services in San Diego's South Bay. A Designated Planetree Patient-Centered Care Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista is home to the region's most comprehensive heart program and also offers exceptional services for orthopedic care and women and infants. The Douglas & Nancy Barnhart Cancer Center offers patients the most advanced treatment technology, a unique healing environment and an extraordinary level of care. Essential Physical Requirements May Include Sitting Walking Standing Twisting (trunk) Twisting (neck) Bending (waist) Flexing/extending (neck) Gripping/grasping Fine manipulation/pinching Reaching below shoulder level Reaching above shoulder level Kneeling Squatting Additional physical requirements of position may be discussed during interview Sharp HealthCare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Keywords: Social Worker jobs, LCSW jobs, MSW jobs, Supervisor