Social Worker

OverviewNestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A" Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.One Community. One Mission. One California (https://youtu.be/RrPuiSnALJY?si=pvQgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)ResponsibilitiesPosition Summary:The incumbent as a member of the multi-disciplinary team provides the following services to patients and/or families: psychosocial assessmentcrisis intervention counseling exploration of effective coping skills crisis intervention education and coordination of the patients progress through the continuum of care. In addition the incumbent provides education consultation and support to hospital staff.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

This position requires at least 1 year acute hospital experience or a combination of hospital and other clinical experience

Masters degree in Social Work

Successful attainment of designee status by Sacramento County for 5150 application for patients.

Excellent customer service and presentation skills are a must

Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are essential

Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks or projects effectively

Ability to work independently as needed with a high degree of detail orientation. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing prioritie

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft

Adoption Assistance

Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Pay Range$36.96 - $53.60 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.