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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate, dedicated Pediatric Social Worker to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing social services to children and their families, including counseling, therapy, and resource referral. The Pediatric Social Worker will work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible care for the child. This includes coordinating with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop a comprehensive care plan for the child. The Pediatric Social Worker will also work with the child's family to help them understand and cope with the child's illness or injury, and to navigate the healthcare system. This may include providing education about the child's condition, helping the family access resources, and providing emotional support. The Pediatric Social Worker will also be responsible for documenting the child's progress and updating the care plan as necessary. This is a challenging but rewarding role that requires a strong commitment to the well-being of children and their families.
Responsibilities
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- Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to develop a comprehensive care plan
- Educate families about the child's condition and how to navigate the healthcare system
- Help families access resources and provide emotional support
- Document the child's progress and update the care plan as necessary
- Advocate for the child's needs and rights
- Conduct assessments to determine the child's needs and the family's capacity to meet those needs
- Develop and implement intervention strategies
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
Requirements
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- State licensure as a Social Worker
- Experience working with children and families
- Knowledge of child development and family dynamics
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to handle stressful situations with compassion and professionalism
- Knowledge of community resources and how to access them
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong problem-solving skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How do you handle stressful situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to advocate for a child's needs?
- How do you approach working with families who are dealing with a child's serious illness or injury?
- What strategies do you use to help families understand and cope with a child's condition?
- Can you describe your experience working with multidisciplinary healthcare teams?