Social Work Changes Lives:
Social Workers Make It Possible
Per Diem Social Worker - Float - Weekends
At NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, talented social workers lead, learn and educate in a department like no other. We collaborate across the full spectrum of key areas, providing life-changing research, education and practice.
In this role, the Per Diem Social Worker, covers primarily Inpatient services, including various medicine, surgery, and pediatric units, and occasionally the emergency department. The SW provides psychosocial assessment for patients identified as high risk during their inpatient admission. The SW works diligently to assure that appropriate plans and interventions are carried out to ensure a safe and appropriate discharge, and manages discharges to alternate levels of care. The SW also works closely with patients who are uninsured and underserved to identify community resources and financial entitlements. The SW assesses for abuse and neglect and makes appropriate referrals to protective services as needed. The SW also works closely with the interdisciplinary team to help gain understanding of significant psychosocial issues, culture and the strengths and needs of the patients they are treating.
This is a Per Diem weekend position, working 4 sifts per month, Saturdays and/or Sunday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Preferred Criteria
Experience as a Float Social Worker
Required Criteria
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
New York State License as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW)
New Hires pending a NYS Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), must have Limited Permit (must supply exam date prior to start of employment); the LMSW must be obtained within 1 year of hire
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
__________________
2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor
2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor
2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek
2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld
2025 Great Place to Work Certified
2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes
2025 Companies that Care – People
2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$52.50/HourlyIt all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
Open job postingAbout the company
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is a private, non-profit, comprehensive healthcare system providing specialized medical care to patients in the New York metropolitan area and beyond. It is one of the nation's most comprehensive academic health care systems.