Social Worker

Lifepoint Health • Riviera Beach, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Social Worker joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Must hold valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in state of FL
• Incumbent shall have demonstrated progressive responsibility in previous job roles, positive communication skills and basic computer word processing ability.
• Knowledge of reimbursement benefits and requirements including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid and managed care is required

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of healthcare or hospital experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
• Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
• Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress.
• Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.
• Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.
• Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.
• Assists patients with Safety Net applications when needed.
• Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of social services on the inpatient behavioral health units in accordance with accepted standards of practice and established policies and procedures.
• Conducts a bio-psycho-social assessment of the patient and participates in the treatment planning process, with ongoing reassessment and evaluation.
• Formulates individualized measurable goals for the patient.
• Participates in discharge planning, arranging for follow up care, continuity of care and coordination with outside agencies.
• Uses various modalities such as group therapy, individual therapy to treat the patient and assist families
• Participates in utilization management activities as needed to assure proper payment for services.
• Completes required documentation within required time frames.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed