Sr. Social Worker – NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital *F/T 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM*

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient’s ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, and interact with us on  LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Sr. Social Worker.

In this role, the successful candidate under the supervision of a Social Work Supervisor or Director provides psychosocial assessment and counseling services including discharge planning to patients as assigned by the Department of Social Work at a level of independence requiring minimal supervision. Additional responsibilities may include program development, task supervision, group work, clinical supervision of social work interns, orientation of new staff, and chairing of departmental committees.

Job Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of a Social Work Supervisor or Director provides psychosocial assessment and counseling services including discharge planning to patients as assigned by the Department of Social Work at a level of independence requiring minimal supervision. Additional responsibilities may include program development, task supervision, group work, clinical supervision of social work interns, orientation of new staff, and chairing of departmental committees.

Minimum Qualifications:
Masters Degree in social work or its equivalent e g a higher degree from a social work program that is registered by the New York State Education Department as qualifying for licensure from a recognized college or university program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education CSWE. New York State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW or a Licensed Master Social Worker LMSW, or a New York State Education Department issued limited permit. Minimum of three (3) years of post LMSW experience as a social worker in the health care field. Must complete coursework or training in the identification and reporting of child abuse in accordance with Section 6507 3 a of the Education Law. 

Required Licenses: License Clinical Social Worker

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in a hospital or health related organization

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $96,635.66 – $112,395.44 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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