Social Worker BSW Non-Exempt

North Memorial Health Care • Maple Grove, MN

109d • $30 - $45

About The Position

The Social Worker provides support and counseling to patients and families in dealing with the impact of illness, disability and episodes of care during hospitalization. Assists the health team in understanding the significance of social, economic, emotional and family factors in relation to the patient's illness, treatment, recovery or dying processes. Facilitates psychosocial assessment, support and advocacy to facilitate positive coping, counseling, crisis intervention, case coordination, education, discharge planning and information and referral. Anticipates potential barriers to discharge planning and consults with the health care team to problem solve and makes referrals to community sources. Assists the health care team in understanding the significance of psychosocial factors in relation to the patient's response to illness, injury or hospitalization. Actively and consistently demonstrates the mission, vision, values and guiding principles of Maple Grove Hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work.
• Three + years of Acute Care and Medical/Surgical social services experience required.
• Ability to take initiative and be self-motivated.
• Solid PC skills including MS applications and EMR documentation.
• Strong communication skills in both written and oral form.
• Ability to deal with conflict positively.
• Accountability for quality customer service.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively in English.
• Licensed as a Social Worker in the State of Minnesota required.

Nice To Haves

• Masters or Doctoral degree from an accredited school of social work preferred.
• Minnesota Licensure levels accepted: LSW, LGSW, LISW and LICSW.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and counseling to patients and families.
• Assist the health team in understanding social, economic, emotional, and family factors related to patient care.
• Facilitate psychosocial assessment and advocacy.
• Conduct crisis intervention and case coordination.
• Educate patients and families on discharge planning.
• Anticipate and address barriers to discharge planning.
• Consult with healthcare team for problem-solving.
• Demonstrate the mission, vision, values, and guiding principles of Maple Grove Hospital.

Benefits

• Public Student Loan Forgiveness program eligibility.
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plans.
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child.
• Child Care Discount Program with New Horizon 10% off weekly childcare tuition.
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement.
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for all benefit eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree