Social Worker

Job Description: We are seeking a Social Worker to support a busy Emergency Department in providing timely, patient centered care. Prior experience in hospital or emergency department social work is strongly preferred, as the environment requires confidence and sound clinical judgment. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure and able to manage high acuity situations with professionalism and compassion. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams are essential. Candidates should demonstrate empathy, cultural humility, and a patient focused approach to care. The role requires strong organization, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast paced setting. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact during some of the most critical moments in patients’ lives. Job Specifics Pay Range: $38.77 - $59.82 Non Exempt Benefits Eligible:  Yes FTE: Full time Shift: Days, 7 on 7 off. Click learn about additional Intermountain benefits Essential Functions Assessment & Screening: Evaluates patients for transition planning, mental health, substance use, and goals of care. Care Coordination: Develops and monitors care plans, addressing social determinants of health and community resources. Behavioral Health Support: Uses motivational interviewing and therapeutic techniques to promote mental health care including women’s services, behavioral change, trauma informed care, and substance use disorders. Therapeutic Intervention: Provides brief individual, group, and family therapy, plus psychosocial assessments. Diagnosis & Referrals: Identifies mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and connect patients to services. Education & Advocacy: Trains staff, educates patients, and advocates for rights and care access through facilitating safe transitions of care to the community. Team Collaboration: Works with healthcare teams, insurers, and community providers for quality care. Quality & Compliance: Leads improvement initiatives, tracks key metrics, and ensures policy adherence. Advanced Care Planning: Facilitates clinical goals of care discussions with patients, families, and teams. Minimum Qualifications Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution (degree verification required). Current state licensure, as applicable, is obtained prior to or upon completion of required supervision hours. (CSW/LCSW) Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills. Caregivers whose duties require them to conduct home or community visits must maintain current BLS certification, have a current driver’s license, current auto insurance, an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation. Preferred Qualifications Case Management Certification. Experience in clinical care management, social work, or working with third-party payers. Demonstrated understanding of care management principles and practices. Demonstrated understanding of health insurance products and related processes. Demonstrated understanding of coding, episode of care, and length of stay guidelines. Ability to work independently, demonstrate self-motivation, maintain a positive attitude, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment. Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, ... (truncated, view full listing at source)