The Social Service Specialist II is a member of a collaborative practice model that includes patients, nurses, hospital care coordinators, physicians, and other practitioners, caregivers, and the community. The Social Service Specialist II provides therapeutic interventions through assessment, coordination, referral and interdisciplinary planning. They are knowledgeable about treatment, social and economic implications for individuals and families as it pertains to their age, stage of development and discharge needs. Possess a clear understanding of discharge and transition planning and linkage with community resources. Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple functions and complex processes. Required Experience includes 6 months Internship or 1 year Social Work in an acute care or hospital setting.

Certifications and Licensures

None Required

Education

Required Master's Social Work

Or Master's Sociology

Or Master's Related Field

Experience

Required 6 months Internship

Or 1 year Reference summary for details

Specific Skills

Required Computer skills appropriate to position

Required Customer service skills

Required Critical thinking skills

Required Work independently

Required Interpersonal skills

Required Organizational skills

Required Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position

Required Written and verbal communication skills

Required Work with a team

Required Delegation skills

Required Administrative and clerical skills

Required Management skills

Required Medical terminology use and understanding