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RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs functions related to enhancing the social and emotional functioning of patients and their families within the Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital and/or out-patient services.

• Performs duties in accordance with departmental and Queen’s North Hawaii Community Hospital policies and procedures.

**TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** All required, designated by frequency.

• Essential: seeing, hearing, speaking, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.

• Frequent: standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying usual weight of 2 pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions.

• Occasional: stooping/bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, finger dexterity, frequent gripping of an object.

• Operates computer, telephone, copier, facsimile, cellular, pager, and other office type equipment.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

• Exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

• May be subjected to emotionally charged situations which may compromise physical safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Master's degree in Social Work.

• Current Hawaii State license as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW). Depending upon area of assignment, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) may be preferred.

• Valid U.S. driver's license in accordance with Hawaii state law rules and regulations.

• Driver's abstract or evidence of good driving record.

• Certification from the National Association of Social Workers in the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) preferred.

• Current BLS/HCP certification.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• One (1) year experience in an acute care facility highly preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet