Social Worker BSW LSW - Healthy Neighbor Program
Social Worker BSW LSW - Healthy Neighbor Program
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Job Description
At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists lifechanging care or something inbetween we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnetrecognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the wellbeing of the community. That means bringing lifechanging resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Camden 1000 Atlantic AvenueEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Job Information:
Summary:
Responsible for the psychosocial assessment planning implementation monitoring and support of patients through the continuum of care.
Will have a dedicated caseload and will facilitate coordination and collaboration among members in social resource navigation and overall case management.
Utilizes independent critical thinking and collaborates with multidisciplinary team to address patients needs and transition into different levels of care when applicable.
Works in accordance with Federal State and Local Standards Guidelines and Regulations and the Organizations Policies and Procedures.
Position Responsibilities:
Care Coordination and Case Management Coordinates and implements appropriate care plan with dedicated caseload through psychosocial assessment multidisciplinary rounds and patient advocacy. Communicates and educates patient family and healthcare team on the plan of care and makes referrals to appropriate services and agencies. Provide patients with health education and coaching to help manage their condition.
Documentation Appropriate and complete documentation of psychosocial review and transitional plan in the medical record and in the thirdparty documentation systems (Medical Social Worker).
Team and Community Involvement Possess knowledge of internal and external referral network as well as public private and internal partners and health agencies available to serve patients. Acts as a liaison and subject matter expert with social service agencies in establishing effective professional relationships and knowledge sharing. Possesses knowledge of state and federal hospital compliance. Identifies and reports compliance issues as appropriate.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Required Experience:
1year Medical Social Work experience required.
3 years experience as Clinical Social Worker preferred.
Required Education:
Graduate of an approved Social Services Program minimum education of Bachelors Degree in Social Work.
Training / Certification / Licensure:
Current certification or licensure by the State of New Jersey
Employment Type
Full-Time
