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Social Worker (M/F)

On-site in Lisbon·Added 11 days ago (last checked 1 Oct)

Luz Saúde

52 open roles

This job advert was originally written in Portuguese.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work;
  • Registration with the Ordem dos Assistentes Sociais (Social Workers Association);
  • Experience in a hospital setting and/or training in the healthcare field;
  • We value training or experience in the field of palliative care;
  • Good organizational and planning skills;
  • Ease of communication and interpersonal relationships;
  • Empathy and sensitivity in supporting patients and families;
  • Team spirit and multidisciplinary collaboration;
  • Good knowledge of English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Integration into one of the largest private healthcare groups in Portugal;
  • Possibility of career evolution and development;
  • Training background in the specialty area;
  • Health Insurance and Employee Health Plan, with very advantageous conditions for family members.

The role

At Hospital da Luz Lisboa, we believe in person-centered care, where the human dimension is as important as clinical excellence. We are looking for a Social Worker to join our team, contributing to the monitoring and support of patients and their families throughout the care journey.

What you'll do

  • Participate in the preparation and monitoring of the individual care plan;
  • Contribute to hospital discharge planning and to the continuity of care in the community;
  • Ensure the psychosocial monitoring and support of patients and family members;
  • Promote coordination with entities and institutions within the social support network;
  • Support and guide informal caregivers;
  • Develop social advocacy interventions and the defense of patients' rights;
  • Collaborate actively with the multidisciplinary team, participating in meetings and care projects;
  • Contribute to training and development initiatives directed at the team and the institution.

About Luz Saúde

In their own words

Additional information

We look for professionals who identify with a human, close, and differentiating approach, capable of making a difference in the experience of our patients and families, through integrated, empathetic, and excellent social intervention.

Do you want to join us?
If you feel this challenge is for you and you meet the desired requirements, submit your application and come make a difference with us.

We will take care of the rest (including the first "welcome").

If you believe you meet the desired requirements and are looking to join a leading organization in the healthcare sector, send us your application.

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