Social Worker (PT) HH St Jude Clinic

Social Worker (PT) HH St Jude Clinic Huntsville, AL Job Details Part-time 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Master's degree in social work Collaborate with healthcare professionals Bereavement support Bachelor's degree in social work Bachelor of Science Social work Patient advocacy Mid-level Master's degree Bachelor's degree Case management End-of-life care Care plan development Patient care Client advocacy in social work Social Work Referral coordination Crisis management Health education and counseling Community resource coordination

Full Job Description Overview:

Social worker will provide psychosocial assessments and referrals to patients and their families related to illness adjustment, coping mechanisms and other needs that may arise. Social worker will use researched-based techniques to assess the emotional needs of the patient and families to provide group and individual support. Social worker will act as patient advocate by recommending resources for patient's needs, such as social support and financial assistance and any other community referrals needed. Social worker will have knowledge of community resources to provide support to the patients being served. Social worker will provide guidance and assistance regarding mandatory reporting needs of children being served and their siblings. Social worker will educate patients (and their caregivers) about stress management and self-care. Social worker will provide grief support and referrals to additional services as needed for palliative care and end of life support.

Qualifications:

Education:

Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Preferred master's degree in social work or related field.

Experience:

Two or more years' experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered. Preferable experience in case management to include community resources referral and crisis management.

Additional Skills/Abilities :

Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to be present, to engage open-heartedly with empathy and compassion knowledge. Works with physicians, oncology nurses and treatment teams to develop and deliver the patient's plan of care. Manage complex multidimensional issues and meet the needs of the patients from all socioeconomic, cultural, religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. Ability to manage multiple projects with acute attention to detail. Ability to be adaptable to change. Focus on the mental, emotional and behavioral well-being of the patients, families, and larger treatment groups. Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

About Us:

Highlights of our hospitals Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report . With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army's Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more! Learn more about

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