Palliative Outpatient Social Work

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Palliative Care Social Worker, a critical member of the Care Transitions team, is responsible to assess patient's social and behavioral needs, provide focused support to patients to address health inequities and aims to address the social, emotional, and environmental factors impacting their well-being. The Social Worker collaborates closely with the Palliative Care team including physicians, nurses, chaplains, community health workers and the inpatient Palliative Care team to enhance patient outcomes, reduce readmissions, and improve the overall patient experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Prior Palliative Social Work Experience
• Current Social work licensure in Pennsylvania
• Minimum of two (2) years experience
• Previous experience with Cerner and/or Wellsky
• Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Previous experience with Cerner and/or Wellsky
• Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH

• Exceptional opportunities to learn and grow
• Exposure to a wide patient population
• Opportunity to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period
• Total Rewards Program highlighting various additional offerings such as Be Well programs, fitness discounts, paid time off, parental leave, retirement, identity theft protection, and more
• Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program
• HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and Virtual Benefits Orientation
• Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER

• Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider
• Magnet-designated hospital
• Core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence
• Commitment to compassionate care for patients, community, and each other
• Continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth

ELIGIBILITY FOR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

BENEFITS

• State-of-the-art equipment
• Endless learning
• A culture of excellence
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period
• Total Rewards Program highlighting various additional offerings
• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• PAWS UP employee recognition program
• HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and Virtual Benefits Orientation
• Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

BACKGROUND CHECK

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.