Patient Care Social Worker
Henderson, North Carolina
Description
Maria Parham Health
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are:
Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!
Why Choose Us:
• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Robust employee recognition and awards programs
• And much more...
Position Summary
A qualified social worker who provides social work services for clients and their families who have problems in social functioning as it relates to their discharge planning and continued progress in the treatment plan. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Perform other related duties.
Reports to: Director of Case Management
Responsibilities of the Position
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.
Coordinates/Develops appropriate safety plan/measures if patient's plan is to be discharged to the community.
Provides brief, solution-focused interventions to patients with the goal of assisting in stabilizing crisis
Provides information to hospital staff related to community resources and behavioral health processes. Coordinates with outpatient Behavioral Health service providers to create continuity of care including securing outpatient appointments as necessary.
Completes behavioral health consultations with patients that present for medical services throughout the hospital system either in person or by use of telemedicine equipment
Monitors compliance with standards of care for patients with behavioral health needs in the Emergency Department. This includes making recommendations related to maintaining a safe environment of care and level of observation needs of the patient.
Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required.
Minimum Work Experience
Previous experience with counseling and discharge planning is preferred.
Experience providing crisis services is preferred.
Experience working in the Emergency Department is preferred.
Experience working on an inpatient Behavioral Health Unit is preferred.
Experience using Telemedicine equipment for assessment is preferred.
Knowledge of Recovery and Wellness Philosophy is preferred.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Maria Parham Health
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.
Where We Are:
Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing, and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next!
Why Choose Us:
• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Robust employee recognition and awards programs
• And much more...
Position Summary
A qualified social worker who provides social work services for clients and their families who have problems in social functioning as it relates to their discharge planning and continued progress in the treatment plan. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Perform other related duties.
Reports to: Director of Case Management
Responsibilities of the Position
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.
Coordinates/Develops appropriate safety plan/measures if patient's plan is to be discharged to the community.
Provides brief, solution-focused interventions to patients with the goal of assisting in stabilizing crisis
Provides information to hospital staff related to community resources and behavioral health processes. Coordinates with outpatient Behavioral Health service providers to create continuity of care including securing outpatient appointments as necessary.
Completes behavioral health consultations with patients that present for medical services throughout the hospital system either in person or by use of telemedicine equipment
Monitors compliance with standards of care for patients with behavioral health needs in the Emergency Department. This includes making recommendations related to maintaining a safe environment of care and level of observation needs of the patient.
Qualifications
Required Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required.
Minimum Work Experience
Previous experience with counseling and discharge planning is preferred.
Experience providing crisis services is preferred.
Experience working in the Emergency Department is preferred.
Experience working on an inpatient Behavioral Health Unit is preferred.
Experience using Telemedicine equipment for assessment is preferred.
Knowledge of Recovery and Wellness Philosophy is preferred.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Created: 2024-05-18
Reference: 7460-8938
Country: United States
State: North Carolina
City: Henderson
About Lifepoint Health
Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000
Website: https://lifepointhealth.net/
Career site: https://lifepointhealth.jobs.net/
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