Medical Social Worker -Atrium Health CMC Main-PRN DaysPRN
About The Position
This position is responsible for completing psychosocial assessments for patients' post-hospital care, assisting patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization and illness, and collaborating with the Clinical Care Management team to determine appropriate levels of care or post-hospital settings. The Medical Social Worker will also serve as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding the emotional, social, and psychosocial aspects of a patient's illness, provide information and education on community resources and post-hospital care options, make referrals to community agencies, and report suspected cases of abuse/neglect/exploitation. Additionally, this role acts as a liaison between the hospital, patients, and the Department of Social Services and responds to consultative service requests after normal working hours.
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work required
- Adherence to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
- Requires frequent verbal and written communication in English.
- Intact sight and hearing with or without assistive devices is required.
- Must be able to handle a fast paced environment, moving independently from one location to another.
Nice To Haves
- LCSW preferred.
- applicable state Certification is preferred.
- At least 1 year professional experience in hospital or health related setting preferred.
- Expertise with Data Management Tools.
Responsibilities
- Completes psychosocial assessments for the patient's post hospital care for designated patients and their support system.
- Assists patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic/terminal illness.
- Works with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate the patient for the appropriate level of care or environment setting to meet care needs across the continuum.
- Serves as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of the patient's illness and its effects on their social support system.
- In collaboration with the Clinical Care Management team, provides information, education to patients on community resources and options for post hospital care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Make referrals to community agencies as needed.
- Reports suspected cases of child & adult abuse/neglect/exploitation.
- Serves as liaison between hospital, patients and Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation.
- Responds to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
