Open Position: Social Worker - Licensed Master Social Worker

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2570.60

Opportunity:

LMSW

Job Details:

* Assignment length of 13 or 26 weeks
* Shift schedule is 5x8s or 4x10s
* Every other weekend required
* Guaranteed 72 hours per 2-week period; traveler may be called off for one 18-hour shift per 2-week period
* No on-call required
* Minimum 2 years of experience required; acute care experience is required
* First-time travelers not accepted
* Local candidates not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility
* May float to like units within scope if needed; block scheduling not available
* Required certifications: LMSW
* Alaska license required; candidates without a license in hand may apply for a temporary LMSW license
* Degree must be a master's in social work from a CSWE accredited school
* Charting system: Epic (preferred experience)
* Scrubs provided by facility
* Provide psychosocial and emotional support to patients and families through a consult-based service model
* Complete psychosocial assessments and develop person-centered discharge plans in alignment with policy and regulations
* Provide brief clinical interventions, assist with resource navigation, and coordinate care
* Screen for suicidality and engage in safety planning as appropriate
* Complete appropriate reports of harm based on state statutes and coordinate with outside entities
* Work across three social work teams: Emergency Department, Children's, and Adult
* Children's Hospital team supports pediatrics, PICU, NICU, and maternity units
* Adult team focuses on inpatient units for patients over the age of 18
* Work closely with RN Case Managers and the care team to coordinate safe and ethical discharge plans
* Patient population includes neonates, infants, adolescents, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics

Facility:

This facility is a Magnet-designated acute care hospital and Level II Trauma Center recognized as a Best Hospital in Alaska by U.S. News & World Report. With 407 staffed beds, the facility offers a comprehensive range of inpatient services and supports a multidisciplinary care team approach. The social work department is integrated across multiple specialized units, working collaboratively with case managers and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Location:

Alaska

Alaska offers a one-of-a-kind living experience with breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unparalleled outdoor adventure opportunities including hiking, fishing, skiing, and exploring some of the most pristine wilderness in the world. For healthcare professionals seeking a truly unique assignment, Alaska provides an extraordinary combination of rewarding clinical work and an unforgettable natural environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.