MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER 2661
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under general
supervision, an employee in this class performs professional medical social
work for patients treated at County clinics. Work involves applying specialized
social work techniques to the rehabilitation and adjustment of physically ill
and/or emotionally disturbed persons.
The incumbent works closely with other health care professionals, such
as physicians and nurses, in planning treatment for patients, and works with
other agencies and community organizations to obtain services and develop
resources. Supervision is received from
an administrative supervisor through the review of case records and reports,
and through individual and staff conferences.
Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Participates in conferences with
physicians, nurses and other health care professionals to discuss diagnosis and
treatment of patients and the social, environmental and emotional factors
related to illness;
Provides social work services to
patients, their relatives and other involved persons;
Prepares and maintains case reports
and related records;
May conduct in-service training
sessions for departmental staff.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough
knowledge of the principles, procedures and practices of social work; thorough
knowledge of the social factors which interact with physical and psychiatric
illness; thorough knowledge of current literature and sources of information
pertaining to medical social work; thorough knowledge of the structure and
functioning of the particular clinic or the Infirmary; good knowledge of
federal, state, local and departmental regulations pertaining to medical social
work; good knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively;
ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
families, colleagues, patients' families and other agencies; ability to prepare
clear and comprehensive case work records; ability to analyze information and
to reach sound decisions on the basis of that information; ability to express
oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition
commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a college with
federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master's
Degree in Social Work, including course fieldwork in a hospital, outpatient
clinic, medical rehabilitation, medical care or mental health program.
NOTE: One (1) year of
experience as a medical social worker in a hospital, outpatient clinic, medical
rehabilitation facility or mental health facility may be substituted for the
course fieldwork.
NECESSARY SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS
a) At the time of appointment and
throughout employment in this title, candidate must be Licensed as a Master
Social Worker (LMSW) or be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the New
York State Education Department.
b) At the time of appointment and
throughout employment in this title, employees are required to possess a valid
license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
R 9/21/09
Competitive
Review 2/27/17