Social Worker-Discharge Planner Full-Time Days
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Job Location:
DeKalb, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Social Worker/Discharge Plan reflects the mission vision and values of NMHC adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Social Worker is responsible for providing high quality services through the continuum of care to the patient and the patients family in order to obtain optimal social and emotional functioning. These services include direct service to patients and their families both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. The Social Worker coordinates options and services to meet the patients needs through collaboration and consultation with physicians and other healthcare personnel.
Qualifications :
Required:
- Bachelors degree with major in Social Work.
- At least two years of hospital experience in discharge planning with documented experience in acute care setting providing direct service to patients.
- Knowledge of normal characteristics of growth and development throughout the span of life.
- Demonstrates comprehensive clinical skills ability to work productively and effectively ability to function well as a member of a multidisciplinary team and ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the host hospital.
Additional Information :
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical emotional and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for bett ... View more
