Social Worker BSW Position Available In Collier, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Social Worker BSW position at NCH in Naples, FL, is a full-time role focused on addressing patients' psychosocial needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams, providing emotional support, and coordinating post-discharge care. Candidates must have a BSW degree, enroll in an MSW program within a year of hire, and complete the MSW within three years. Experience in crisis intervention and care coordination is preferred.
Job Description
Social Worker
BSW 3.1 3.1
out of 5 stars 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL 34102
DEPARTMENT:
17143 – NCH Case Management
LOCATION
350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102
WORK TYPE:
Full Time
WORK SCHEDULE
8 Hour Day
ABOUT NCH NCH
is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there’s always more at NCH – for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.
JOB SUMMARY
The Hospital Social Worker (BSW) plays a crucial role in addressing the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, ensuring that they receive the necessary support and resources during their hospital stay and beyond. This position requires a compassionate and detail-oriented individual who demonstrates understanding and sensitivity of diverse cultural backgrounds. The successful candidate will be committed to improving outcomes for high-risk populations by consulting the MSW and RN Case Managers, as needed. Enhances the overall patient experience, with a focus on mitigating the impact of social determinants of health. This is a patient facing role with a strong focus on patient experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned. Interviews patients/families to conduct a comprehensive psychosocial assessment to identify patients’ needs, strengths, and challenges. Collaborates with the healthcare team, focusing on addressing social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting patient care. Facilitates complex patient care issues such as the need for a legal guardian, lack of U.S citizenship, abuse/neglect, domestic violence, sexual assault, adoption, uninsured/underinsured, behavioral health needs, homelessness, and end of life care. Facilitates family patient/family care conferences. Avoids discharge delays by formulating primary and back up discharge plans. Provides emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to patients and their families assisting patients and their families with coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and post-discharge needs. Assist patients and families in coping with illness, trauma, hospitalization, and post-discharge needs. Coordinates with healthcare providers, including RN Case Managers, physicians, nurses, therapists, and other social workers, to ensure holistic patient care. Facilitates referrals to community resources, social services, and other support systems. Ensures seamless transitions between levels of care, such as from hospital to home or long-term care facilities. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and implement safe and effective discharge plans. Educates patients and families about post-discharge care, available resources, and follow-up care plans. Coordinates post-discharge services, such as home health care, rehabilitation, and transportation. Advocates for patients’ rights and access to necessary services and resources. Assists patients and families in navigating the healthcare system and accessing financial assistance, insurance, and community resources. Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation in EPIC of patient assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes. Responsible for addressing the impact of social determinants of health and connecting patients and their families with resources to support them in overcoming social and economic barriers to health. Develops strategies to address and mitigate the effects of social determinants of health on patient care. Serves as a patient advocate ensuring needs and preferences are addressed and respected. Identifies and removes barriers to progression of care, offering resources for barriers to health care including financial, social, and logistical issues. Requires advanced knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payor guidelines. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and provides input on patient’s discharge plan. Assures that financial counselors meet with self-pay patients to determine existence of third-party payer source or assist with development of self-pay strategies. Addresses and educates patients/families on Advanced Directives.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from an accredited institution required. Must enroll in MSW program within 1 year of hire and complete MSW within 3 years of hire. Social work experience, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred. Experience in crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination is highly desirable.
