Social Worker - MSW (Inpatient)

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' mental, emotional, and social well-being to evaluate their needs and identify any barriers to their overall functioning.
• Avoidance of barriers to care and ensuring access to appropriate treatment.
• Collaborate with providers, patients, their families, and the healthcare team on individualized care plans that align with patients' goals, preferences, and values.
• Connect patients and their families with community resources, mental health services, support groups, and other relevant programs.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the progress of patients' care plans to assess their response to interventions, measure outcomes, and make necessary adjustments.
• Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system and the community.
• Engage in active listening to understand patients' experiences, concerns, and emotions.
• Recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds of each patient.
• Tailor interventions and support to align with their individual needs and preferences, taking into account their cultural, social, and spiritual backgrounds.
• Build trust-based relationships with patients and their families by demonstrating empathy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Foster open communication, collaboration, and a therapeutic alliance.
• Utilize risk segmentation strategies to identify patients who may require additional support or interventions based on their medical, psychological, and social risk factors.
• Carry out specific tasks or interventions as delegated by the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to carry out delegated work, such as coordinating referrals, conducting follow-up assessments, and providing ongoing support to patients and their families.
• Carefully coordinate care across different providers and settings to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care.
• Facilitate communication, share information, and advocate for the patient's needs.
• Communicate with payers, such as insurance companies or government agencies, to provide necessary information for authorization of services, reimbursement, or other documentation requirements.

Requirements

Education Requirements: Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensure/Certification Requirements: None required

Professional Experience Requirements: Two (2) years health care experience strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental health conditions, diagnostic criteria, and evidence-based treatment modalities
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines