Full Time Case Worker - Glen Eddy - Niskayuna, NY

Trinity Health • Niskayuna, NY

1d • $23 - $34

About The Position

Full Time Case Worker - One Glen Eddy If you are looking for a full time position in case management, this could be your opportunity. Here at Glen Eddy, a part of St. Peter's Health Partners, we care for more people in more places than one. Position Highlights: Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development What you will do: 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. This person serves as a patient advocate and coordinator of recommended social work services, assisting the patient to achieve their goals.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Intake and Discharge planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level