Social Worker - Discharge Planning

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Facilitates cost-effective, high quality patient transitions of care and outcomes by collaborating with staff and providing guidance, education, and support to assigned patients.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Social Work required upon hire.
• LSW - Licensed Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required upon hire OR LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required upon hire OR CSW - Certified Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages discharge planning activities.
• Completes a comprehensive assessment of the patient's overall medical condition, financial status, emotional status, and support system to develop a discharge plan for post hospital care.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including physicians and nurses.
• Provides patients and families with information and education on post hospital care options and available resources.
• Facilitates patient referrals to external healthcare facilities and/or other community services.
• Ensures all necessary paperwork and documentation are completed accurately and timely.
• Monitors patient progress and modifies the discharge plans as necessary.
• Communicates with Manager, Director, and/or Physician Advisor on complex discharge planning issues and delays in service.
• Trains new employees, students, or interns as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level