JOB SUMMARY

A Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides social work services to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Branch Manager and/or Clinical Team Manager. Services are furnished by a qualified social worker.

QUALIFICATIONS

A person who has a master's or doctoral degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, and has one year of social work experience in a health care setting, Has a baccalaureate degree in social work psychology, sociology or other field related to social work, and has had at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting (functions as an assistant). Two (2) years of appropriate experience (for assistant) Acceptance of philosophy and goals of this agency. Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Ability to work with individuals to enlist cooperation of many people to perform/achieve a common goal.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and adheres to established policies and procedures. Understands and promotes principles of QAPI. Acts as a consultant to other agency personnel. Participates in the coordination of agency's services with the services of other community resources; uses community resources. Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient information. Serves as a resource person to employees, patients, physicians, and other allied healthcare providers. Develops a cooperative relationship and communicates effectively and professionally with physicians. Accepts responsibility for regular attendance and punctuality. Maintains current knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation for social work services. Immediately reports any accident, incident, lost articles or unusual occurrence to Branch Manager and/or Clinical Team Manager. Participates in in-services and/or continuing education programs. Participates in patient care conferences. Maintains contact with community support groups and provides professional expertise as required. Plans/coordinates all social services within the agency. Documents all patient/family services provided as required by agency policy. Assists physician and other team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to health problems. Participates in the development of the plan of care. Prepares clinical and progress notes. Participates in discharge planning. This job description is not all inclusive but is intended to convey the general scope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed may be assigned if the tasks are similar or related to the essential duties of the position. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Carrolton Health to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

Social Work:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

MSW (Required)

Work Location:

On the road