Case Worker - Per Diem - St. Peter Hospital

Trinity Health•Albany, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Caseworker plays an important role in the delivery of services to patients and their families, participating as a member of the multi-disciplinary care team to assist in the development of or implementation of treatment and discharge plans. The Caseworker may provide crisis intervention to patients and families in the hospitals’ medical/surgical units and Emergency Dept. The Caseworker serves as a patient advocate and coordinator of recommended social work services, assisting the patient to achieve their goals. Collaborates with clinical care teams, conducts situational analysis and provides assistance and support to improve patients’ medically related social and psychological conditions. Meets with patients, families, and/or support system on a regular basis to assess circumstances and needs. Acts as a liaison between patients and hospital and post-hospital service providers. Functions as part of interdisciplinary care team and is able to function autonomously while meeting needs of patients, department, and staff. Strict adherence to HIPAA regulations is required. Actively participates in Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department, hospital and/or community. Supervision is provided by LMSW and/or LCSW.

Requirements

Minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, sociology, psychology, LPN licensure or related field.
At least one year previous experience in a medical, psychiatric, or health care setting.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
Ability to effectively utilize multiple EMR platforms.

Nice To Haves

MSW preferred.
Intake and Discharge planning experience preferred.
Working knowledge of community resources, including but not limited to: Domestic Violence, CPS, APS, caregiver support, substance use disorders and behavioral health services, homelessness, entitlements.
Knowledge of issues and regulations related to end of life care/advance directives/voluntary and involuntary treatment for special populations (developmentally disabled, mentally ill, nursing home residents.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of or implementation of treatment and discharge plans.
Provide crisis intervention to patients and families in the hospitals’ medical/surgical units and Emergency Dept.
Serve as a patient advocate and coordinator of recommended social work services.
Collaborate with clinical care teams, conduct situational analysis and provide assistance and support to improve patients’ medically related social and psychological conditions.
Meet with patients, families, and/or support system on a regular basis to assess circumstances and needs.
Act as a liaison between patients and hospital and post-hospital service providers.
Function as part of interdisciplinary care team and be able to function autonomously while meeting needs of patients, department, and staff.
Strictly adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Actively participate in Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department, hospital and/or community.