Social Worker - Marshall Internal Medicine

Marshall Health•Huntington, WV

About The Position

The Social Worker at Marshall Internal Medicine assesses patients’ social circumstances and psychosocial needs, provides counseling and support within the scope of social work practice, and coordinates with medical staff and community organizations. The role helps patients and families understand care options and available healthcare and community services, and supports them with referrals and admission paperwork.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Interview patients and family members to gather information about the home environment, family relationships, and health history.
Conduct accurate social work assessments and document findings in the patient's electronic health record.
Provide support services and counseling within the scope of social work practice for psychosocial issues related to illness, family illness, and grief.
Support a multidisciplinary approach to treatment planning by coordinating with medical staff and providing timely feedback.
Review socioeconomic issues in individual cases and explain how they affect patient care.
Educate and support patients and families in exploring care options, including home health services, hospice, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities.
Assist with preparation of admission paperwork.
Educate and support patients and families regarding healthcare-system services and options, including Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Part D, and vocational rehabilitation; make referrals as appropriate.
Maintain current information about locally available healthcare and community services.
Serve as a liaison between the department and community service organizations.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.