Social Worker - LSW
Location: Akron
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Applies specialized knowledge of human development behaviors,
and social economic and cultural systems in directly assisting
individuals, families and groups in assigned areas to improve or
restore their capacity for social functioning including counseling
and use of psychosocial interventions and social psychotherapy.
Formal Education Required: a. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work b.
Current Ohio LSW Experience & Training Required: a. Six (6) months
experience related to vacant position Other Skills, Competencies
and Qualifications: a. Ability to work well in team environment by
supporting team goals and encouraging other team members while
being self-directed in executing responsibilities within a team
structure and can take/give direction/supervision b. Ability to
understand and carry out the vision of patient care at Summa c.
Ability to take initiative to contribute beyond the scope of formal
duties (i.e., suggesting innovative ideas and providing feedback on
a team’s direction) d. Demonstrate flexibility/adaptability in an
environment of rapidly changing reimbursement and managed care
targets e. Ability to communicate verbally and through
documentation while maintaining customer confidentiality f. Ability
to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations; ability to
work under pressure and time constraints g. Ability to maintain
objectivity in regard to patients/family unit, the department, the
hospital and the community h. Ability to teach/reinforce home going
instruction in relation to disease process i. Working knowledge of
case management process j. Population Specific Competency: ability
to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with
an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity Level
of Physical Demands: a. Sedentary: Exerts up to ten pounds of force
occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently Summa
Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by
a number of third-party organizations, including NorthCoast 99.
Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture,
passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and
familys commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership,
collegial working relationships at every level of the organization
and competitive pay and benefits. $27.82/hr - $41.73/hr The salary
range on this job posting/advertising is base salary exclusive of
any bonuses or differentials. Many factors, such as years of
relevant experience and geographical location are considered when
determining the starting rate of pay. We believe in the importance
of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team
members when determining offers. Please keep in mind that the range
that is listed is the full base salary range. Hiring at the maximum
of the range would not be typical.
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