Social Worker - BSW

Schuylkill • Hazleton, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team for a defined population. Assesses social determinants of health, identifies needs and barriers, contributes to care plan development and goal setting, and identifies and facilitates linkage to network and community resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Social Work
• 1 year Medical and/or Case Management in Community Setting or Less than 1 year with successful completion of a BSW internship in a medical and/or case management in community setting.
• Ability to recognize the role of cultural, social, economic, and behavioral factors in the accessibility, availability, and delivery of public health services.
• Ability to adjust course of action and plans in relation to others' actions.
• Knowledge of community resources and services across multiple counties.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree Social Work

Responsibilities

• Performs biopsychosocial assessments to identify and assist with barriers to receiving care.
• Assesses the need for community and/or governmental agency involvement.
• Identifies appropriate resources and coordinates referrals within the network and community to assist patients in meeting their goals.
• Collaborates with team members to assist in development of appropriate care plans addressing any social and financial barriers to care.
• Fosters a team approach by working collaboratively with all practice and community-based team members.
• Documents all outreaches and interventions succinctly and in a timely fashion in the medical record, in accordance with departmental and network policies and procedures.
• Promotes patient self-management and empowers patients/families to achieve maximum levels of wellness and independence, and acts as patient/family advocate.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees