Psych Social Worker- PRN

Job Details

Requisition #:
675535
Location:
Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Columbia, MD 21044
Category:
Social Work/Mental Health
Schedule:
Day Shift
Employment Type:
Casual / On Call

Psychiatric LCSW-C

Join a collaborative, patient-centered hospital team delivering timely, safe, and cost-effective psychiatric care. We’re seeking a licensed Psychiatric LCSW-C to assess, coordinate, and advocate for patients from admission through discharge, working closely with families, interdisciplinary teams, ED staff, and community partners.

What you’ll do

  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop/implement individualized care plans.
  • Provide crisis intervention, ED psychiatric evaluations, and consults for medical teams.
  • Coordinate discharge planning, community referrals, and third-party pre-certification.
  • Serve as a patient and family advocate; educate on treatment plans and payer guidelines.
  • Facilitate communication across the care team and with external providers.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outreach, and departmental education.

What we’re looking for

  • MSW or Master’s from an accredited program; LCSW-C licensure required.
  • Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience; ED or acute psychiatric experience preferred.
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and care coordination skills.
  • Knowledge of age-specific needs (infant to geriatric) and community resources.
  • Ability to negotiate with payers and function independently within an interdisciplinary team.

Why join us

  • Impactful work supporting patients and families during critical moments.
  • Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and continuous improvement.
  • Meaningful role in shaping efficient, patient-focused psychiatric care delivery.

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