PURPSE OF THE JOB

Provide medical and administrative social work services to the patients of Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation (BBAHC).

QUALIFICATIONS

Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required. Demonstrated experience in supporting patients and their families in identifying individualized care solutions and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to address complex medical and psychosocial needs. Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated experience in supervisory roles, including direct oversight of staff and active involvement in budget planning, management, and resource allocation. Demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate care to patients in assigned units. Comprehensive understanding of human growth and development principles across the lifespan, with demonstrated effectiveness to apply age-appropriate care strategies for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Demonstrated ability to assess and interpret patient data to determine age-specific needs. Demonstrated competence in delivering care aligned with policies, procedures, and standards of practice.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is located at Kanakanak Hospital. Most patients are referred to Social Services for patient advocacy assistance by the In-patient Nursing Staff, Medical Staff, Health Aides in the Community, or self-referral. Intervention is orchestrated via phone work and often involves interaction with agencies in the community. Must also be readily accessible to inpatients, and outpatients visiting the clinics and Kanakanak Hospital. Must be able to see, hear, speak, walk, sit, bend, kneel, and lift and carry up to 20 pounds with or without accommodation. May be required to travel to villages in small, unpressurized aircraft.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED

None

SUPERVISED BY

Primary care Nurse Manager