Home Health Social Worker (Dyer-PRN)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Dyer, IN

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Franciscan Home Health and Hospice Social Worker assists in developing a plan, which meets the psycho-social needs of the patient and family. This position holds the great responsibility of assisting all involved in the patient’s care to identify and utilize available services and resources. Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

Requirements

Master's Degree- Social Services - Required
1 Year Social Work Experience - Required
Licensed Social Worker- State Licensing Board (LSW) - Required
Auto Insurance - Required
Driver's License - Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required

Nice To Haves

1 Year Home Health Experience - Preferred
Licensed Clinical Social Worker- State Licensing Board (LCSW) - Preferred

Responsibilities

Complete initial and ongoing assessments, which include the psychosocial, financial, cultural and emotional patient environment.
Determine social, psychological, cultural and financial situations, and the impact on the patient's plan.
Initiate discharge planning with the patient and appropriate others.
Consult with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other disciplines regarding patient's progress and any patient issues.
Evaluate the patient's progress and update the plan of care with the patient and caregiver on a regular basis.
Establish a plan of care/service that is realistic and has measurable goals, working with the patient, caregivers, and patient's family.
Document patient assessments and pertinent information in a timely manner.
Collaborate with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.