Social Worker- Days

Trinity Health • Silver Spring, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with Care Coordination staff, the Social Worker participates in assessing, planning, facilitating, and advocating for options and services that meet individual patients’ health care needs. Through communication and identification of available resources, the role promotes quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and cost-effective care delivery. The position reports to the Manager of Care Coordination.

The Social Worker recognizes the special needs and concerns of the populations served and adapts communication accordingly. The role collaborates with Care Coordination staff and multidisciplinary team members on discharge planning and arranging needed care at home or in an alternate setting. It provides support and counseling to patients and families addressing illness, catastrophic diagnoses, changes in living situations, and bereavement; establishes plans; and documents interventions and outcomes in the electronic record. The Social Worker also participates in multidisciplinary rounds and completes assessments to identify gaps in care, develop goals, and facilitate interventions and resources.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work or Social Services.
• At least one year of social work experience in an acute-care setting; MSW internship experience is acceptable.
• State of Maryland LGSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C licensure.
• Demonstrated ability to work with patients of all age groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with good audio and visual acuity.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Ability to perform diversified duties accurately within time limitations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills.

Responsibilities

• Recognize the special needs and concerns of patient populations and adjust communication accordingly, including for language barriers, diminished hearing, or the need for concrete terms.
• Collaborate with Care Coordination staff and multidisciplinary team members on discharge planning and arrange needed care at home or in an alternate setting.
• Provide support and counseling to patients and families experiencing or anticipating challenges related to illness, catastrophic diagnoses, changes in living situations, or bereavement.
• Establish a plan and document interventions and outcomes as required in the electronic record.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary rounds and provide pertinent information about assigned patients.
• Complete assessments for assigned patients to identify gaps in care, develop goals, and facilitate interventions and resources.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental health benefits
• Paid time off
• 403(b)
• Education assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible schedules
• Free onsite parking
• Referral Rewards Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time