MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER - CHHA - Brooklyn

Brief Description

Upon orders of the physician, the Social Worker identifies factors influencing a patient's and/or family’s response to a medical therapy program. Through consultation and home visits, they develop means to meet the goals of the plan of care. The Medical Social Worker coordinates, delivers, and documents Medical Social services and reports to the appropriate team.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Assesses patient’s social, emotional, and safety factors related to their illness, considering the environment and support system.
• Evaluates patient/caregiver decision-making ability.
• Affords assistance and encourages patient/caregiver participation in identifying care needs if capable.
• Identifies needs and establishes a plan of care.
• Conducts timely assessments as directed by the Nurse Coordinator/Manager or per Agency protocol.
• Implements an action plan based on the assessment of needs.
• Refers alleged patient abuse and/or neglect concerns or unsafe situations to proper authorities promptly.
• Maintains current knowledge of available resources and mobilizes them within time constraints.
• Provides feedback to referral resources promptly.
• Involves extended family, with patient/caregiver permission, to assist in problem resolution.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Completes forms/electronic communications according to Agency policy/procedure within established time frames.
• Documents follow-up communications with patients/families.
• Documents assessments, plans, and resource contacts per established documentation protocols.
• Coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Reports patient problems or changes in situation to Nurse Coordinator, Nurse Manager, physician, or team members promptly and appropriately.
• Attends, participates, and documents case conferences as scheduled.
• Communicates with patients, significant others, and interdisciplinary team members in a positive, respectful, and caring manner.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities.

Requirements

• Formal education required: Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Licensed to practice in New York State as a Medical Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW required).
• Previous Experience Required: Two years of appropriate experience as a Medical Social Worker.
• Summary: Community/home care experience is preferred.

St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children

St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is committed to nurturing a compassionate environment that welcomes all children, young adults, families, and staff; built on the belief that what makes us different makes us stronger, and provides unity throughout our community. St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/SO.