Yale New Haven Health System

Bridgeport, CT, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

Yale New Haven Health System is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Social Worker to join our team in providing high-quality care to our patients and families. As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for assessing and intervening in the social, mental health, and emotional needs of our patients. With your excellent communication and empathy skills, you will also provide support to families and help connect them to resources in their community. Our ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about providing health care with a holistic, patient-centered approach. To be successful in this role, you will need to have a Master's degree in Social Work and be licensed in the state of Connecticut. In addition, you should have a minimum of three years of experience in a health care setting. Knowledge of medical terminology, psychosocial and mental health assessment, and discharge planning is also essential. A commitment to cultural competency and excellent customer service is a must. If you have a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you!

Where is this job?
This job is located at Bridgeport, CT, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Strong Communication And Interpersonal Skills

  • Knowledge Of Social Service And Healthcare Systems

  • Understanding Of Trauma-Informed Care

  • Ability To Provide Crisis Intervention

  • Commitment To Working With Diverse Populations

  • Experience In Developing And Implementing Social Services Plans

  • Bachelor's Degree In Social Work Or A Related Field

  • Licensure In The State Of Connecticut

Required Skills
  • Documentation

  • Networking

  • Support

  • Communication

  • Counseling

  • Collaboration

  • Empathy

  • Organization

  • Problem-Solving

  • advocacy

  • assessment

  • Crisis intervention

  • Mediation

  • Referral

  • Record-Keeping

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Social Worker in Bridgeport, CT, USA is $45,000 to $70,000 per year. The average salary for a Social Worker in Bridgeport, CT, USA is $57,500 per year.

Additional Information
Yale New Haven Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedApril 20th, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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About Yale New Haven Health System

YNHH is the 1,541-bed teaching hospital for Yale School of Medicine. Connecticut’s leading healthcare system, consisting of Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial, Yale New Haven and Westerly hospitals, and Northeast Medical Group, a physician foundation of primary care and medical specialists.

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