Social Worker - TEMP PT
Social Worker - TEMP PT
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Social Worker
The University of Miami/UHealth department of neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Temporary Part Time Social Worker to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Social Worker (N) provides psychosocial assessments intervention treatment and discharge planning to patients and families to assist them in coping with their hospitalization illness diagnosis or life situations. The incumbent strives to meet the continuing needs of patients post hospitalization.
Interviews clients and their families and coordinates programs and activities to meet their social and emotional needs.
Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of the medical situation and its impact on lifestyle.
Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional social and environmental problems.
Formulates and implements plans utilizing appropriate social work interventions.
Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patients and families in the development and implementation of plans.
Provide psychosocial assessments counseling and crisis intervention for patients and families addressing emotional social and environmental challenges related to illness treatment and life changes.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patientcentered treatment plans coordinate care transitions and facilitate referrals to public and private agencies.
Conduct suitability assessments in routine and interdisciplinary clinics while identifying barriers to patient progress through interviews and record reviews.
Assist patients with disability workers compensation Medicaid waivers longterm insurance and related paperwork ensuring accurate documentation in EMR.
Develop and manage educational events support groups and patient resources including the Parkinsons Insider newsletter and movement disorders annual educational programs.
Supervise and evaluate social work interns and MSW students conducting competency reviews and assisting with recruitment and onboarding.
Organize and coordinate community outreach initiatives such as awareness events fundraising walks and support group meetings for movement disorder patients and caregivers.
Provide education and training to healthcare professionals on psychosocial issues patient care strategies and available community resources.
Ensure HIPAA compliance contribute to research and training programs and assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be allinclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Core Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Social Work
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings nights and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the Universitys core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
Any relevant education certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealthUniversity of Miami Health System South Floridas only universitybased health system provides leadingedge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and subspecialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Part timeEmployee Type:
TemporaryIntermittentPay Grade:
H9Employment Type
Part-Time
