Skilled Nursing Social Worker (BSW)

Join Oro Valley Hospital as a Social Worker and play a critical role in helping patients and families navigate care transitions, community resources, discharge planning, and emotional support during some of life's most challenging moments. Work alongside an interdisciplinary care team while maintaining a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off – Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.

Role: Bachelor Level Social Worker

Location: Oro Valley Regional Medical Center, Oro Valley, AZ

Schedule: Full Time - Day Shift Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

The Social Worker – BSW provides supportive services to patients and families to promote care coordination, and access to appropriate resources. This role assists with discharge planning, referrals to community services, and education for patients and families. The Social Worker collaborates with the care team to ensure safe transitions and improved patient outcomes across the care continuum.

Essential Functions

• Assists in follow-up planning and facilitates communication with external providers, support agencies, and outpatient services.
• Participates in daily interdisciplinary care team discussions and supports case review and transition planning.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation in the medical record in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources and helps connect patients to financial assistance, transportation, counseling, and support services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) required
• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare or social services setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of social work principles, basic case coordination.
• Familiarity with healthcare systems and community-based resources.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical staff, patients, and families.
• Professionalism, emotional maturity, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Skill in managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with documentation systems and electronic medical records.

Licenses and Certifications

• LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker if working in Behavioral Health preferred
• Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) if working in Care Management preferred
• BLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 7 days of employment required

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