SOCIAL WORKER (BSW) Position Available In Robeson, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Social Worker (BSW) position in Lumberton, NC involves assessing, planning, and coordinating discharge processes for patients. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, or Psychology, with preferred experience as a Medical Social Worker. The incumbent must demonstrate effective communication and social work skills across various age groups. Hiring is done by UNC Health Southeastern.
Job Description
SOCIAL WORKER
(BSW) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Lumberton, NC 28358
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assesses, plans and coordinates the discharge planning process for patients, as well as arranging post-acute care services for patients in a timely healthcare delivery. Additional responsibilities include serving as a patient advocate, utilizing resources efficiently to improve patient outcomes, and follow through as needed with post hospital care needs to ensure continuity of care. EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING and
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology from an accredited institution. Working knowledge and understanding of the social work and discharge planning processes gained through previous experience or an approved internship.
Preferred:
Master’s Degree in Social Work, with 2 years of experience as a Medical Social Worker or with Discharge Planning.
ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to apply age-appropriate principles of communication and social work practice relevant to neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Incumbent must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before being allowed to perform independently.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Supervises:
None Reports To:
Manager of Care Coordination Location:
UNC Health Southeastern •
CARE COORDINATION
Schedule:
Full time-Benefits, Day / evening rotation 12 hour shifts, 7a-7p; Friday, Saturday, Sunday
