Medical Social Worker I

Medical Social Worker I Position Summary:

Provides social work services to patients, families and identified caregivers as part of an interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities:

This includes conducting psychosocial assessment, intervention and counseling with a particular emphasis on transitions of care in a healthcare setting Maintains current knowledge of resources available and shares this information with patients, families and identified caregivers Collaborates across the organization and with community stakeholders Works under broad supervision Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work required Licensure and/or certification as required by the State of Idaho; Idaho license by endorsement must be initiated by time of hire and obtained within 3 testing cycles, not to exceed 1 year of hire 1 year of social service experience in a health care setting or social services agency preferred Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (information and referral, state/federal financial programs and eligibility requirements, etc.). Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent. Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more Robust and interactive employee referral program And much more If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you! Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions. Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.