Maternal Health Social Worker

Texas Health Resources•Arlington, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together. This role is connected to system changes to address social determinants of health and empowers you to be a servant leader in Community Health. The Maternal Health Social Worker will facilitate access to health services for underserved community members.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Social Work, Public Health, Health Administration, or related field of study Required
LBSW - Licensed Bachelor Social Worker Must hold current licensure in the State of Texas (or be eligible for reciprocity if relocating) Upon Hire Req
3 Years Healthcare related experience in social work. Required

Nice To Haves

Experience in case management services for pregnant women, new mothers or to a related population strongly preferred.
Knowledge of PHQ2, PHQ9 and Edinburgh Screening

Responsibilities

Coordinate with NICU, Obstetric Emergency Nurse, Labor and Delivery Triage nurses, social workers, care transition manager, community health workers to identify patients with post-discharge needs.
Assist with ensuring discharge instructions are followed by assisting patient with resources to comply with them. Including but not limited to connecting to follow-up appointments, transportation and community referrals.
Meet with patients virtually or in person as needed to assist with connection to resources.
Assist patients in understanding their care plans and navigating community organization process.
Navigate patients to community resources and ensure connection was made and needs were met.
Conduct non-clinical psychosocial screening to identify social needs, safety concerns, and barriers affecting Maternal Health patients enrolled in the Maternal Health Continuum of Care Program.
Assist in developing and implementing policy and procedures to support individuals experiencing homelessness, interpersonal violence and substance use challenges.