Social Services Specialist I

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. The Social Services Specialist Responsibilities Include Being a member of a collaborative practice model that includes patients, nurses, hospital care coordinators, physicians, and other practitioners, caregivers, and the community Provides coordination, referral and interdisciplinary discharge planning They are knowledgeable about treatment, social and economic implications for individuals and families as it pertains to their age, stage of development and discharge needs Possesses a clear understanding of discharge and transition planning and linkage with community resources Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple functions Position Details Location: Healthy Families Program - Morton Plant Hospital - Clearwater, FL Status: PRN (as needed), hourly Schedule: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Weekends: Availability for every 3rd weekend On Call: No Certifications And Licensures Preferred ACM (Case Management) or Preferred CCM (Case Manager) Education Required Bachelors in Social Work, Sociology, or Related Field Experience Required 6 months Internship or Required 6 months Social Work in an acute care setting Benefits 401k match and additional yearly contribution Community discounts and more Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled