Social Worker MSW - Case Management - Ochsner Baptist - PRN

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This job assumes responsibility for bio-psychosocial assessments, patient education, evaluation, referral to appropriate community resources and supportive and crisis interventions. Applies thorough knowledge and use of the company and community based services to coordinate and implement complex discharge plans; collaborates and communicates (verbally and through the maintenance of the medical record) with the multidisciplinary team to (re) evaluate and respond to patient and caregiver needs including, but not limited to, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual needs in relation to adapting to the patient’s medical condition.

Additionally, this job may practice clinical social work within the agency only under the supervision of an LCSW employed by the company.

Required:

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

Required:

None.

Two Years Experience In a Medical Setting.

Required:

Certified Social Worker (CSW) as verified by the LABSWE or Registered Social Worker (RSW) certificate. Must take and pass licensure exam within 6 months of employment.
Preferred:
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) as verified by the LABSWE preferred or must schedule and pass exam within 6 months of employment.

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Working knowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology in order to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.
• Working knowledge of an acute and chronic care medical setting, medical terminology and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and/or trauma upon the patient and their support system.
• Knowledge of health care systems and public programs such as those funded by Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with patients, families, multidisciplinary team members, departmental peers, and community agency personnel.

• Conducts patient assessment interviews, provides referrals and coordinates discharge plans.
• Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families.
• Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and required certifications through continuing education and development.
• Utilizes management resources.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.
There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration,…