Social Worker II

St. Luke's Hospital • Chesterfield, MO

5d

About The Position

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time. St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades. Position Summary: Responsible for the provision of social work/discharge planning services to patients in need of these services. Works in active partnership with the RN care manager, the disease manager and other disciplines to develop and implement a well-coordinated personalized plan to address patient needs across the continuum. The social worker assesses, plans and facilitates options and services to meet an individual's unique and complex needs. This is accomplished by addressing both the individual patient's medical and psychosocial needs, as well as the resources available. There is a continuing commitment to maximizing the quality of life for each patient and enhancing community health. Responsible for promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team. Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values.

Requirements

• MSW in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Previous healthcare experience
• Maintain current PPD
• Licensed driver

Responsibilities

• provision of social work/discharge planning services to patients
• Works in active partnership with the RN care manager, the disease manager and other disciplines to develop and implement a well-coordinated personalized plan to address patient needs across the continuum
• assesses, plans and facilitates options and services to meet an individual's unique and complex needs
• addressing both the individual patient's medical and psychosocial needs, as well as the resources available
• maximizing the quality of life for each patient and enhancing community health
• promoting teamwork with all members of the healthcare team
• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with St. Luke’s mission and values

Benefits

• Day one benefits package
• Pension Plan & 401K
• Competitive compensation
• FSA & HSA options
• PTO programs available
• Education Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees