About the Company
Renown Health is the region’s largest integrated healthcare network, serving northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and northeast California. As a not-for-profit health system, Renown Health provides a full range of medical services, including a trauma center, children’s hospital, and various specialty care centers, dedicated to keeping our community healthy and thriving.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker (Adults) to join our compassionate team. This pivotal role involves providing comprehensive social work services to adult patients and their families, addressing psychosocial needs, facilitating discharge planning, and ensuring access to appropriate community resources. The Senior Social Worker will manage complex cases, offer crisis intervention, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are proud to offer Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates who wish to relocate and contribute their expertise to our community. This is an on-site position based in Reno, Nevada.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for adult patients and their families.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans, focusing on patient and family needs and goals.
- Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families facing challenging circumstances.
- Facilitate timely and effective discharge planning, connecting patients with post-hospital care and vital community resources.
- Advocate for patients' rights and ensure access to necessary services and entitlements.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals as part of an integrated team.
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of patient interactions, assessments, and interventions.
- Participate actively in team meetings, case conferences, and ongoing professional development activities.
- Potentially mentor junior social work staff and contribute to program development initiatives.
Required Skills
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure in Nevada or eligibility for licensure by endorsement.
- Minimum of 5 years of post-MSW experience in a healthcare or adult social services setting.
- Proven expertise in psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination.
- Strong understanding of adult protective services, elder care, mental health resources, and substance use disorders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.
- Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, particularly Epic.
- Bilingual proficiency (especially Spanish) to better serve our diverse patient population.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity within a social work department.
- Certifications in specific areas such as trauma-informed care, grief counseling, or palliative care.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with robust company match.
- Professional development opportunities and support for continuing education.
- Relocation assistance and comprehensive support for Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) processing for eligible candidates.
- Employee wellness programs and exclusive discounts.
- A collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered work environment.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please click the "Apply Now" button below. To ensure your application is properly considered, please prepare the following:
- An up-to-date Resume or CV
- A brief cover letter summarizing your experience and motivation
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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