LCMC Health - New Orleans, LA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
New Orleans, LA
Hospitals

About the position

The Social Worker LMSW position at LCMC Health involves providing psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients with identified psychosocial risk factors. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans, crisis intervention, and discharge planning, ensuring patients receive appropriate resources and support during and after their hospital stay.

Responsibilities

  • Complete psychosocial assessments and develop intervention plans for patients with psychosocial risk factors.
  • Conduct intensive interviews with patients and family members to evaluate psychosocial needs.
  • Communicate findings and treatment plans to the interdisciplinary team and document in medical records.
  • Provide short-term supportive counseling for individuals facing temporary or situational problems.
  • Perform assessments for suspected cases of abuse or neglect and comply with reporting requirements.
  • Facilitate interactions between staff and community agencies for further intervention or counseling services.
  • Actively participate in the discharge planning process and refer patients to appropriate social and financial resources post-discharge.
  • Evaluate financial assistance needs and direct patients to community agencies for support.
  • Maintain knowledge of community resources and payor reimbursement requirements for post-hospital services.
  • Counsel and educate patients and families regarding patient rights and Advance Directives.

Requirements

  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners.
  • Experience in medical social work, including discharge planning and crisis intervention.
  • Strong assessment and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with community resources and financial assistance programs.
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range of $62K - $78.5K per year.
  • Supportive work culture that values individual contributions and diversity.
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