Inpatient Social Worker I - Social Services
About the role
Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team to maintain continuity of patient care for identified patient populations from admission to discharge, utilizes appropriate criteria for inpatient care and plans timely discharges. Provides emotional support to patients and their support systems in managing complex medical conditions in an inpatient setting. Responsible for crisis intervention, individual, family, group, bereavement, and end of life counseling. Actively participates in designing and implementing institutional programs/initiatives to improve patient access to the medical center resources, quality of care, cost reduction efforts and patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Maintain continuity of patient care from admission to discharge
- Utilize appropriate criteria for inpatient care and plan timely discharges
- Provide emotional support to patients and their support systems
- Manage complex medical conditions in an inpatient setting
- Offer crisis intervention, individual, family, group, bereavement, and end of life counseling
- Participate in designing and implementing institutional programs/initiatives to improve patient access to resources, quality of care, cost reduction efforts, and patient satisfaction
Requirements
- Masters of Social Work degree from a Council of Social Work Education school of social work
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of acute care case management/social work experience
- Knowledge of PC based computer software (Cerner, Navihealth/Curaspan)
- Current social work licensure in Pennsylvania
- Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization
Benefits
State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.
Pay
Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.
Schedule
Shift: Day
Hours: 8:00 - 4:30
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification(s):
- Masters of Social Work degree from a Council of Social Work Education school of social work
Skills
Knowledge of PC based computer software (Cerner, Navihealth/Curaspan)
Benefits
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
Why Penn State Health?
State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.
Why Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.