Social Worker- Days

About the role

In collaboration with Care Coordination staff, this position is directly involved in the process of assessment, planning, facilitation, and advocacy for options and services to meet individual patient’s health care needs. Through communication and identification of available resources, participates in the promotion of quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and cost-effective care delivery. This position reports to the Manager of Care Coordination.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes special needs/concerns of populations served and adjusts communication accordingly (e.g., language barrier, diminished hearing, concrete terms).
• Collaborates with the Care Coordination staff and multidisciplinary team members regarding discharge planning and arranges for needed care in the home or an alternate setting.
• Provides support and counseling to patients/families experiencing and/or anticipating issues adjusting to illness, catastrophic diagnoses, changes in living situations, and bereavement; establishes a plan.
• Documents interventions and outcomes as required in the electronic record.
• Actively participates and provides pertinent information in multidisciplinary rounds on assigned patients.
• Completes appropriate assessments for assigned patients to identify gaps in care, develop goals, and facilitate interventions and resources.
• Ability to perform diversified duties with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Must be able to work independently and on a team.
• Demonstrates ability to use problem solving, critical thinking, and priority setting skills.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work/Services.
• At least one year of social work experience in an acute-care setting (MSW internship experience is acceptable).
• State of Maryland LGSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C licensure.
• Demonstrated ability to work with all age groups of patients.
• Able to communicate effectively, demonstrating good audio and visual acuity.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Reports to and is evaluated by the Director of Case Management and the Manager.

Schedule

Part-time, Day Shift. Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem. Non-benefit eligible.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and others) available from the first day of employment for eligible roles.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Mission and core values drive a culture of mutual support, open and respectful communication, and a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program.

About the organization

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland, committed to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care, and hospice services round out a high-quality, coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.