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Full-time
postgraduate degree
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide independent clinical assessments and therapeutic interventions for a diverse pediatric population using an ecological approach. Coordinate comprehensive care plans and collaborate with medical teams to address social determinants of health.
Requirements
Requires a Master's Degree and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) certification from the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board. Candidates must be able to function independently under stressful conditions and adhere to NASW Code of Ethics.
Full job description
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.
In congruence with the NASW Code of Ethics, provide competent, quality Social Work services to patients and their families. The clinician must be able to function as an independent practitioner, work under stressful conditions, demonstrate assertiveness skills, and be able to work well with others. Clinically must be able to perform quality assessments, have knowledge of family systems, demonstrate effective communication techniques, and be flexible in job responsibilities.
Required Education:
Master's Degree
Recommended Education:
Required Work Experience:
Recommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
Recommended Certifications:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board
Description
1. Provides thorough and independent clinical assessments and recommendation/interventions using an ecological approach, integrating social determinants of health and trauma informed care to determine the needs of AC's diverse, multicultural population.
2. Obtains medical and background information from staff, chart review, and computer research; Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately in a professional manner using clinical terms expected of an LCSW level clinician.
3. In an attempt to seek optimum care for the patient and establish a therapeutic relationship, the worker devises and implements appropriate interventions and plans for patients and families that are comprehensive, and outcome focused, & enhances positive social determinants of health.
4. Seeks out opportunities to become more knowledgeable in specialty/specific area.
5. Intervention reflects identified solutions towards congruence between patient’s/family’s and medical team’s priorities. Interaction and communication with patients, families, and co-workers at all times reflects a basic understanding of age-specific issues, respect for privacy and confidentiality, positive customer relations, and has understanding of the stress associated with illness, injury, and the healthcare experience. Intervention strategies indicate adequate involvement of appropriate agencies, staff, and family members, and/or commensurate with a LCSW clinician.
6. Provides appropriate therapeutic interventions with acknowledgement of age specific issues, barriers to care and cultural issues. (e.g. counseling, therapy techniques, age appropriate resources, etc.). Documents continued reassessment or provision of Social Work services if plan indicates ongoing Social Work follow up. Interventions in child maltreatment cases demonstrate comprehension of hospital policies, child abuse laws and legal statutes.
7. Maintains a 70% direct patient contact ratio in order to establish rapport with the patient and family.
8. Interventions with patients and families reflects clinical knowledge and efforts of program development in specialty area; demonstrates commitment to patient care needs by providing continuity of care regardless of shift parameters, as patient care warrants or attends to patient care needs until appropriate transition can occur.
9. Uses group and individual supervision for improvement and self-development; open to new ideas and willing to try new approaches; offers suggestions to improve services and work activities and serves on committees to formalize those ideas; seeks out opportunities to become more knowledgeable in specialty/specific area. Utilizes what is learned to improve performance.
10. Demonstrates leadership through ongoing education of community or hospital staff such as diagnosis specific education, promoting the role of the medical social worker, facilitating diagnosis specific support/educational/therapeutic groups, hospital staff or medical team education, and initiating program planning.
11. Demonstrates responsibility, efficiency and good organizational skills in meeting deadlines, required documentation and paperwork, and attendance.
12. Demonstrates leadership skills through mentorship, education of others, strong team collaboration, making recommendations for improvement and assisting with improvement efforts.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Related keywords
LMSWLCSWNASW Code of EthicsPediatric CareSocial Determinants of HealthTrauma Informed CareClinical AssessmentChild MaltreatmentEcological ApproachHealthcareSocial WorkArkansas Social Work Licensing Board
We champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow.
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1912
Headquarters
Little Rock, AR
LinkedIn followers
32,174
Total funding
$62M
Arkansas Children's is the only health system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas' 850,000 children. The private, non-profit organization includes the Arkansas Children’s Golisano Campus in Little Rock, home to Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH), and the Arkansas Children’s Walker Campus in Springdale, home to Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACNW). The two pediatric hospitals host 361 licensed beds, supported by a pediatric research institute and USDA nutrition center, a philanthropic foundation, a nursery alliance, statewide clinics and many education and outreach programs — all focused on fulfilling a promise to define, discover and deliver unprecedented child health. ACH is a Magnet-recognized facility operating the state’s only Level I pediatric trauma center; the state's only burn center; the state's only Level IV neonatal intensive care unit; the state's only pediatric intensive care unit; the state’s only pediatric surgery program with Level 1 verification from the American College of Surgeons (ACS); and the state's only nationally recognized pediatric transport program. Arkansas Children’s is nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report in seven pediatric subspecialties (2025-2026): Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. ACNW, the first and only pediatric hospital in the northwest Arkansas region, is a Level IV pediatric trauma center. ACNW operates an inpatient unit that will expand in 2026; a surgical unit with five operating rooms; outpatient clinics offering over 20 subspecialties; diagnostic services; imaging capabilities; occupational therapy services; and northwest Arkansas' only pediatric emergency department. Generous philanthropic and volunteer engagement has sustained Arkansas Children's since it began as an orphanage in 1912, and today ensures the system can deliver on its promise of unprecedented child health. Learn more at archildrens.org
Offices: 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202, US · 2601 Gene George Blvd, Springdale, Arkansas 72762, US · 520 Carson St, Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401, US · 9015 Dailey Dr, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209, US · 1500 W 42nd Ave, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603, US
We champion children by making them better today and healthier tomorrow.
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1912
Headquarters
Little Rock, AR
LinkedIn followers
32,174
Total funding
$62M
Arkansas Children's is the only health system in the state solely dedicated to caring for Arkansas' 850,000 children. The private, non-profit organization includes the Arkansas Children’s Golisano Campus in Little Rock, home to Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH), and the Arkansas Children’s Walker Campus in Springdale, home to Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACNW). The two pediatric hospitals host 361 licensed beds, supported by a pediatric research institute and USDA nutrition center, a philanthropic foundation, a nursery alliance, statewide clinics and many education and outreach programs — all focused on fulfilling a promise to define, discover and deliver unprecedented child health. ACH is a Magnet-recognized facility operating the state’s only Level I pediatric trauma center; the state's only burn center; the state's only Level IV neonatal intensive care unit; the state's only pediatric intensive care unit; the state’s only pediatric surgery program with Level 1 verification from the American College of Surgeons (ACS); and the state's only nationally recognized pediatric transport program. Arkansas Children’s is nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report in seven pediatric subspecialties (2025-2026): Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. ACNW, the first and only pediatric hospital in the northwest Arkansas region, is a Level IV pediatric trauma center. ACNW operates an inpatient unit that will expand in 2026; a surgical unit with five operating rooms; outpatient clinics offering over 20 subspecialties; diagnostic services; imaging capabilities; occupational therapy services; and northwest Arkansas' only pediatric emergency department. Generous philanthropic and volunteer engagement has sustained Arkansas Children's since it began as an orphanage in 1912, and today ensures the system can deliver on its promise of unprecedented child health. Learn more at archildrens.org
Offices: 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202, US · 2601 Gene George Blvd, Springdale, Arkansas 72762, US · 520 Carson St, Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401, US · 9015 Dailey Dr, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209, US · 1500 W 42nd Ave, Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71603, US