Under the direct supervision of the Social Service Manager and Social Service Supervisors, the Social Worker will provide SYHealth patients with support, advocacy, development, and monitoring of caseload to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of vulnerable and high-risk populations.

Essential Functions of the Job :

• Responsible for proactive case management with the objective of improving health outcomes and providing social service support to all SYHealth patients.
• Provided patients and families with face-to-face psychosocial assessments, interventions, support, advocacy, and case management.
• Perform in-depth screening for internal and external community programs for the purpose of educating, navigating and connecting patients with needed services.
• Obtain written authorization from patients and create patient profile on the Community Information Exchange (CIE) system.
• Use active listening and conversational intent in all interactions to provide high-quality confidential connections to resources and services to all SYHealth patients.
• Using needs assessment, identify programs and resources to assist patients based on the social determinants of health utilizing the PRAPARE Tool.
• Actively listen to clients to develop a strategy that identifies solutions to barriers to access.
• Develop and implement case management plan in collaboration with the patient, caregiver, physician and / or other appropriate healthcare professionals and patients support network to address their needs and goals.
• Maintains ongoing patient case load for ongoing continuity of care.
• Assesses for barriers to care, provide care coordination and assistance to patients to address concerns.
• Maintains a working knowledge of facility service areas including transportation, community characteristics, and geography.
• Accurately document all patient interactions and unmet needs into NextGen to assist in the identification of gaps in services that can be addressed organizationally.
• Comply with Community Information Exchange regulations and complete all CIE trainings.
• Keep all activities in line with the core values and contribute to the positive culture of SYHealth.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities performed and submit pertinent reports by due dates.
• Represent SYHealth in an effective and professional manner and maintains positive working relationships with the general public, clients, patients, co-workers and other agencies.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities : This job description is in no way meant to describe exactly and only what the position entails.

It is a guideline to provide a frame of reference of the job requirements. Performs additional duties as assigned or requested.

Job Requirements : Education Required (Minimum level of education) : Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Sociology, or related field.

Certifications / Licenses Required :

• CA driver’s license and a vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage. Must meet organization’s guidelines.
• First Aid / CPR Certification - can be obtained within 6 months of hire if not current. Experience and Skills Required (Minimum level of experience) :
• Clinical Social Worker, at least 6 months in a clinical healthcare setting, administration experience.
• Strong organizational ability and exceptionally analytical.
• Skills in counseling theory and techniques.
• Knowledge of community resources and their use to meet the needs of the families.
• Have organization and project management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Verbal and Written Skills Required to perform the Job : Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Equipment Used : Office equipment, including but not limited to, computers, phones, copy machines, fax machines. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements : Prolongs periods of sitting and standing.

Frequent walking. Driving within the city. Lifting of no more than 15 pounds Ibs. Ability to remain calm and objectively evaluate problems.

Maybe required to work outside normal working hours. The ability to work remotely if needed.

Overview

Our Hospice Social Workers are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing medical social work services and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience.

Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today!

Our comprehensive benefits include :

• Medical and dental benefits
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vendor discounts

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial status of patients and families / caregivers related to the patient’s illness and the environment and communicate findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group
• Carry out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect or abuse, and plan interventions based on evaluation findings
• Counsel patients and family / caregivers as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties, and provide crisis intervention when necessary
• Assess for any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family
• Maintain clinical records on all patients referred to social work
• Participate in the development of the individualized plan of care involving the patient and family, and attend regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings
• Assist physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death / dying issues
• Assist family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal and healthcare decision responsibilities
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Current licensure according to Medicare guidelines to practice in state of operation
• 1+ year experience in healthcare social work
• Experience in home health or hospice preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence

Overview

Our Hospice Social Workers are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing medical social work services and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure that both patients and their families have an optimal care experience.

Take this chance to make a meaningful impact with your career today!

Our comprehensive benefits include :

• Medical and dental benefits
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vendor discounts

External Job Description

• Assess the psychosocial status of patients and families / caregivers related to the patient’s illness and the environment and communicate findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group
• Carry out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect or abuse, and plan interventions based on evaluation findings
• Counsel patients and family / caregivers as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties, and provide crisis intervention when necessary
• Assess for any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family
• Maintain clinical records on all patients referred to social work
• Participate in the development of the individualized plan of care involving the patient and family, and attend regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings
• Assist physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death / dying issues
• Assist family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal and healthcare decision responsibilities
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal legal and regulatory requirements
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Current licensure according to Medicare guidelines to practice in state of operation
• 1+ year experience in healthcare social work
• Experience in home health or hospice preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills
• Commitment to clinical and documentation excellence

About our Line of Business

At Apreva Hospice, we are committed to bringing the highest level of patient care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients.

Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care, from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals.

For more information about Apreva Hospice, please visit www.aprevahospice.com . Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook .

Salary Range

USD $36.31 - $39.50 / Hour

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Overview

About Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives.

Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S. all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better.

The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe.

PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit .

Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities :

• Provide intensive case management services with diverse populations of customers involved with Welfare to Work activities.
• Complete psychosocial assessments to identify strengths, barriers, and service needs of customers and their families.
• Collaborate with PCG team members, County case workers, behavioral health providers, and other relevant parties.
• Assist in development of care plans to mitigate barriers to self-sufficiency.
• Participate in regularly scheduled case conferences involving Senior Mentors, ETAs, and other team members.
• Document and track assessment results, case actions, and customer progress.
• Respond efficiently to case emergencies as needed.
• Work effectively with Senior Mentors, Case Managers, and Wrap Around Leadership to strengthen families and provide them with coping skills as they prepare to eliminate barriers to self-sufficiency and enter / return to the workforce.
• Supervise clinical interventions of Senior Mentors.

This position requires full-time (Mon-Fri) in-office work. After 6 months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to work on a hybrid schedule, which will be evaluated case-by-case, based on the employee’s skills, knowledge progression at that time, and the needs of the business.

If approval is provided for hybrid work, employees may be asked at any time to return full-time to the office based on business needs.

Qualifications

Required Skills :

• Demonstrated ability to establish and execute defined program goals and objectives to ensure compliance measured performance
• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills, using tracking and record-keeping programs as assigned
• Experience engaging and maintaining relationships with community partners serving program participants
• Exceptional strength in strategic thinking, development of effective action plans, and problem solving
• Superior verbal and communication skills
• Ability to recognize and maintain the confidentiality of all materials in the work setting
• Ability to work independently, requiring minimal supervision

Required Education and Experience :

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work
• Experience completing psychosocial assessments and providing case management services with diverse population.
• Experience working in a social service setting providing counseling, crisis intervention, or case management
• Experience utilizing integrated, online automated systems for data management purposes

San Diego County Residence is Required

Compensation

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role : $64,480-$74,480 .

Yearly. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role.

Overview

About Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives.

Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S. all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better.

The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in six Canadian provinces and Europe.

PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit .

Responsibilities

Specific Responsibilities :

• Provide intensive case management services with diverse populations of customers involved with Welfare to Work activities.
• Complete psychosocial assessments to identify strengths, barriers, and service needs of customers and their families.
• Collaborate with PCG team members, County case workers, behavioral health providers, and other relevant parties.
• Assist in development of care plans to mitigate barriers to self-sufficiency.
• Participate in regularly scheduled case conferences involving Senior Mentors, ETAs, and other team members.
• Document and track assessment results, case actions, and customer progress.
• Respond efficiently to case emergencies as needed.
• Work effectively with Senior Mentors, Case Managers, and Wrap Around Leadership to strengthen families and provide them with coping skills as they prepare to eliminate barriers to self-sufficiency and enter / return to the workforce.
• Supervise clinical interventions of Senior Mentors.

This position requires full-time (Mon-Fri) in-office work. After 6 months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to work on a hybrid schedule, which will be evaluated case-by-case, based on the employee’s skills, knowledge progression at that time, and the needs of the business.

If approval is provided for hybrid work, employees may be asked at any time to return full-time to the office based on business needs.

Qualifications

Required Skills :

• Demonstrated ability to establish and execute defined program goals and objectives to ensure compliance measured performance
• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills, using tracking and record-keeping programs as assigned
• Experience engaging and maintaining relationships with community partners serving program participants
• Exceptional strength in strategic thinking, development of effective action plans, and problem solving
• Superior verbal and communication skills
• Ability to recognize and maintain the confidentiality of all materials in the work setting
• Ability to work independently, requiring minimal supervision

Required Education and Experience :

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in social work
• Experience completing psychosocial assessments and providing case management services with diverse population.
• Experience working in a social service setting providing counseling, crisis intervention, or case management
• Experience utilizing integrated, online automated systems for data management purposes

San Diego County Residence is Required

Compensation

Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

As required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role : $64,480-$74,480 .

Yearly. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role.