Senior Social Worker

About Accra Community Hospital:

Nursing, allied health, research and support services staff work across urban and rural campuses. Accra Community Hospital is a health system of 12 hospitals, more than 150 clinics and 210 employees. Tuition reimbursement covers BSN and MSN programs.

The position:

Looking for a Senior Social Worker who wants to stay somewhere for a while. LMSWs working toward clinical licensure receive free supervision hours from an LCSW. Hybrid. You will need to be in Tema at least two days per week.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop discharge, service and safety plans with patients, families and the care team
• Conduct home visits and safety checks
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term counseling
• Maintain a caseload of 18 to 25 clients
• Advocate for clients with landlords, schools and other agencies
• Track outcomes and required visit frequencies
• Report suspected abuse or neglect to the proper authorities as a mandated reporter
• Arrange placements in skilled nursing, rehab, hospice or group homes

Requirements:

• 5+ years of social work experience in a healthcare or human services setting
• Must pass background check, child abuse registry check and fingerprinting
• Good documentation habits and ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of mandated reporting laws

Schedule: Weekend hospital coverage, Saturday and Sunday 8-hour shifts

Why work with us:

GHS 4,900-GHS 6,200 a month

• Medical cover
• Pension contribution
• Annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Life cover

Shortlisted candidates will hear from us within two weeks.

Let us know your current notice period and salary expectations.

Start: Flexible.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Accra Community Hospital.