Social Worker | Monticello Hospital

CentraCare•Monticello, MN

11d•$63,752 - $95,638•Onsite

About The Position

Find your purpose as a Social Worker, in an essential role, supporting patients and their families while in the hospital! As an integral part of CentraCare Health – Monticello, the Social Worker will collaborate with the social work team supporting all units at the Monticello hospital including the Geriatric Behavioral Health Unit (GBHU), Hospital Inpatient, and Emergency Room. The social worker provides care to facilitate achievement of expected patient outcomes through a collaborative process of assessment, planning, care coordination, communication and advocacy for options and services to meet individuals' needs. Social workers will ensure compliance with licensing boards, professional standards and accrediting agencies while providing effective, efficient services and ensure appropriate use of resources across the continuum. Social Workers will promote patient/resident and family centered care to achieve CentraCare Health – Monticello's mission working to improve the health of every patient, everyday. This role demands strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support patients through their healthcare journey effectively. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities we serve.

Requirements

Current Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Minnesota required, OR current Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) required OR Licensed Independent Social Worker (LICSW) required.
Bachelor's degree in social work.
At least two years of experience as a Social Worker- required, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of Joint Commission, MN Department of Health standards and various other regulatory standards.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Strong interpersonal human relations skills.

Nice To Haves

preferably in a healthcare setting

Responsibilities

Provides care to facilitate achievement of expected patient outcomes through a collaborative process of assessment, planning, care coordination, communication and advocacy for options and services to meet individuals' needs.
Ensure compliance with licensing boards, professional standards and accrediting agencies while providing effective, efficient services and ensure appropriate use of resources across the continuum.
Promote patient/resident and family centered care to achieve CentraCare Health – Monticello's mission working to improve the health of every patient, everyday.