Social Worker

Nhc Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

397d • $37,000 - $42,000

About The Position

NHC HealthCare Chattanooga is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team. This full-time position involves working with geriatric patients, providing support through the case management process, and advocating for patients and their families. The Social Worker will coordinate admissions, conduct needs assessments, and develop care plans while collaborating with other healthcare professionals. The role requires effective communication skills and a commitment to the center's mission of delivering quality long-term care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Previous social work experience, preferably with geriatric patients.
• Knowledge of the case management process and funding resources such as Medicare and Medicaid.
• Experience in dealing with people in crises.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other professionals and exercise independent judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in health care settings.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the mission and goals of the center.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions to the center in the absence of the Admissions Coordinator.
• Conduct needs assessments for patients seeking admission and consider alternatives if the center cannot meet their needs.
• Share information about funding resources with patients and families.
• Assist individual patients and families in adjusting to center life and dealing with crises related to illness, disability, and death.
• Serve as an advocate for patients and their families in expressing, defining, and resolving grievances.
• Coordinate discharge planning functions for patients.
• Participate in developing patient care plans in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Engage in in-service training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Evaluate the quality of social services as part of the center's quality improvement program.
• Develop and maintain contacts with community agencies for resource sharing.
• Handle marketing activities/functions as assigned by the SWS Department Head.

Benefits

• 401(k) with generous company match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree