Full Time Medical Social Worker Evening University City
About The Position
Department: 11200 Atrium Health University City - Case Management Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday 0800-1630 Pay Range $30.70 - $46.05 Essential Functions 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. Physical Requirements Works in an office type setting, extensive walking throughout the facility. Prolonged periods of sitting reviewing medical records, documentation. Repetitive wrist motion and occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds. 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.
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work required, LCSW preferred.
- applicable state Certification is preferred.
- Adherence to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
- At least 1 year professional experience in hospital or health related setting preferred.
- Expertise with Data Management Tools.
- 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.
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
- 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
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
