Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Full-time

Overview

ERP International is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for a full-time position, serving as Behavioral Health Consultant in support of primary care at Mike O'Callaghan Federal Medical Center, Nellis AFB, NV.

Apply online today and discover more about this outstanding practice opportunity. This is NOT a Tele-Health / Remote Practice Opportunity.

Be the Best! Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post's Top Workplaces!

  • Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays!
  • Medical / Dental / Vision, LTD / STD / Life, and Health Savings Account available, and more!
  • Annual CME Stipend and License / Certification Reimbursement!
  • Matching K!

About ERP International, LLC : ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors.

We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states.

Founded in , ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide.

ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule :

Monday-Friday, 9 hours between 7 : 00am and 5 : 00pm, with a one-hour lunch

No Call, No Weekends, No Holidays!

Core Position Duties : The duties include, but are not limited to the following :

Clinical social worker is required to function in a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) location as a full-time equivalent provider as an internal behavioral health consultant (IBHC) and / or Behavioral Health Care Facilitator (BHCF) as outlined in DoDI .

15 Integration of Behavioral Health Personnel Services Into Patience-Centered Medical Home Primary Care and Other Primacy Care Service Settings and the BHOP Practice Manual.

Internal Behavioral Health Consultant in the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The type of work may include, but not limited to, the following :

Participates in and successfully completes two phases of Air Force IBHC training. Demonstrates core competency skills to IBHC independent practice within 90 days of starting.

The 90-day threshold for demonstration of core competency skills will be extended if the Air Force is unable to provide training opportunities within 90 days.

  • Phase I training is approximately four days onsite at a CONUS location. The candidate shall have a % pass rate (minimum of a "3" rating in each competency area of the clinical competency tool) before proceeding to Phase II.
  • Phase II training will occur within 90 days of completion of Phase I training for a two day course. The candidate shall have a % pass rate (minimum of a "3" rating in each competency area of the clinical competency tool) in order to be deemed acceptable for the position.
  • Provides brief (typically no more than four appointments) cognitive / behavioral interventions in primary care under the Air Force consultation model (i.

e., per the Air Force Behavioral Health Optimization Program Practice Manual). Services will mimic the pace of primary care (i.

e., patients seen for 15- to 30-minute appointments).

  • May provide classes in format appropriate for primary care (e.g., stress management class, sleep enhancement class, chronic pain class).
  • Works independently in the absence of direct oversight and adheres to Air Force values. Effectively uses appropriate communication format in addressing and resolving professional issues.
  • Must be skillful and tactful in communicating with people who may be physically or mentally ill, uncooperative, fearful, emotionally distraught, and occasionally dangerous.
  • Must possess organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills to articulate medical requirements to patients, families / care givers, medical and non-medical staff in a professional and courteous way.
  • Successfully consults with PCMs on-demand about general issues and specific patients.
  • Ensures PCMs receive same-day verbal and / or written feedback on patients referred.
  • Delivers brief presentations / trainings to primary care team members regarding behavioral health issues and IBHC services.
  • Participates in team efforts to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise clinical pathway programs needed in the clinic.
  • Provide concise documentation of care and recommendations in the patient's electronic medical record within the allowable timeframe defined by the MTF standard after the patient is seen.
  • Effectively manage a full daily patient load, as defined by the Mental Health Business Practice Standards and BHOP Manual of completing approximately 8-14 patient encounters per day
  • Duties may include supervision of providers who are in training or not fully licensed.
  • Duties may include participating in Air Force-approved research projects relating to Primary Care Behavioral Health.
  • Consults with medical personnel, legal authorities, and military commanders as required.
  • Participates in military-specific training (e.g., use of the Air Force Guide for Suicide Risk Assessment, Management, and Treatment, pre-post deployment screening, PTSD, and combat stress, etc).
  • Attends and participates in meetings during normal duty hours and professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities such as, but not limited to the following : quality improvement meetings, professional staff meetings, commander's staff meetings, primary care staff meetings, and others required by applicable regulations, MTF guidance, or as directed by supervisor.

Care Facilitator (CF) in a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The type of work may include, but is not limited to, the following :

  • IBHCs who are assigned to MTFs that have between 3, and 7, adult enrollees in the Family Health Clinic will provide both IBHC and CF services per the BHOP Manual.
  • Participates in and successfully completes Air Force care facilitator training. Demonstrates core competency skills to CF independent practice within days of starting.

The -day threshold for demonstration of core competency skills will be extended if the Air Force is unable to provide training opportunities within days.

  • Care facilitator training is an interactive computer-based training that is approximately three days in length. The candidate must complete all CF training requirements before engaging in CF patient care services.
  • Contact referred patients to assess medication treatment adherence for depression, anxiety, and PTSD disorders.
  • Use validated brief symptom inventories to assess current symptom severity.
  • Assess barriers to treatment adherence and help patient problem-solve solutions to barriers.
  • Provide patients with education regarding their behavioral health condition and treatment regimen.
  • Maintain patient information in a patient registry.
  • Maintain accurate and current notes in the electronic medical records of all patients contacted for review by the managing physician.
  • Performs case management functions.
  • Attends and participates in meetings during normal duty hours and professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities such as, but not limited to the following : quality improvement meeting, professional staff meetings, commander's staff meetings, primary care staff meetings, and others required by applicable regulations, MTF guidance, or as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Education : MSW
  • Experience : 1) Must have one year experience in the last three years in the evaluation and treatment of patients who have pain, psychological factors affecting their physical condition, or difficulty coping with medical problems.

2) Must have at least 12 months of direct hands-on experience in the last 24 months with computer operations, basic word processing, data entry, and use of an automated medical record system.

  • Licensure; Current, full, active, and unrestricted LCSW license from any state.
  • Life Support Certification : Possess and maintain a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Note : May obtain BLS upon acceptance, prior to start date.
  • Security : Must possess ability to pass a Government background check / security clearance.
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Overview

ERP International is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for a full-time position, serving as Behavioral Health Consultant in support of primary care at Mike O'Callaghan Federal Medical Center, Nellis AFB, NV.

Apply online today and discover more about this outstanding practice opportunity. This is NOT a Tele-Health / Remote Practice Opportunity.

Be the Best! Join our team of exceptional health care professionals across the nation. Come discover the immense pride and job satisfaction ERP Employees experience in providing care for our Military Members, their Families and Retired Military Veterans! ERP International is honored to have been named one of The Washington Post's Top Workplaces!

  • Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays!
  • Medical / Dental / Vision, LTD / STD / Life, and Health Savings Account available, and more!
  • Annual CME Stipend and License / Certification Reimbursement!
  • Matching K!

About ERP International, LLC : ERP is a nationally respected provider of health, science, and technology solutions supporting clients in the government and commercial sectors.

We provide comprehensive enterprise information technology, strategic sourcing, and management solutions to DoD and federal civilian agencies in 40 states.

Founded in , ERP is headquartered in Laurel, MD and maintains satellite offices in Montgomery, AL and San Antonio, TX - plus project locations nationwide.

ERP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran.

Responsibilities

Work Schedule :

Monday-Friday, 9 hours between 7 : 00am and 5 : 00pm, with a one-hour lunch

No Call, No Weekends, No Holidays!

Core Position Duties : The duties include, but are not limited to the following :

Clinical social worker is required to function in a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) location as a full-time equivalent provider as an internal behavioral health consultant (IBHC) and / or Behavioral Health Care Facilitator (BHCF) as outlined in DoDI .

15 Integration of Behavioral Health Personnel Services Into Patience-Centered Medical Home Primary Care and Other Primacy Care Service Settings and the BHOP Practice Manual.

Internal Behavioral Health Consultant in the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The type of work may include, but not limited to, the following :

Participates in and successfully completes two phases of Air Force IBHC training. Demonstrates core competency skills to IBHC independent practice within 90 days of starting.

The 90-day threshold for demonstration of core competency skills will be extended if the Air Force is unable to provide training opportunities within 90 days.

  • Phase I training is approximately four days onsite at a CONUS location. The candidate shall have a % pass rate (minimum of a "3" rating in each competency area of the clinical competency tool) before proceeding to Phase II.
  • Phase II training will occur within 90 days of completion of Phase I training for a two day course. The candidate shall have a % pass rate (minimum of a "3" rating in each competency area of the clinical competency tool) in order to be deemed acceptable for the position.
  • Provides brief (typically no more than four appointments) cognitive / behavioral interventions in primary care under the Air Force consultation model (i.

e., per the Air Force Behavioral Health Optimization Program Practice Manual). Services will mimic the pace of primary care (i.

e., patients seen for 15- to 30-minute appointments).

  • May provide classes in format appropriate for primary care (e.g., stress management class, sleep enhancement class, chronic pain class).
  • Works independently in the absence of direct oversight and adheres to Air Force values. Effectively uses appropriate communication format in addressing and resolving professional issues.
  • Must be skillful and tactful in communicating with people who may be physically or mentally ill, uncooperative, fearful, emotionally distraught, and occasionally dangerous.
  • Must possess organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills to articulate medical requirements to patients, families / care givers, medical and non-medical staff in a professional and courteous way.
  • Successfully consults with PCMs on-demand about general issues and specific patients.
  • Ensures PCMs receive same-day verbal and / or written feedback on patients referred.
  • Delivers brief presentations / trainings to primary care team members regarding behavioral health issues and IBHC services.
  • Participates in team efforts to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise clinical pathway programs needed in the clinic.
  • Provide concise documentation of care and recommendations in the patient's electronic medical record within the allowable timeframe defined by the MTF standard after the patient is seen.
  • Effectively manage a full daily patient load, as defined by the Mental Health Business Practice Standards and BHOP Manual of completing approximately 8-14 patient encounters per day
  • Duties may include supervision of providers who are in training or not fully licensed.
  • Duties may include participating in Air Force-approved research projects relating to Primary Care Behavioral Health.
  • Consults with medical personnel, legal authorities, and military commanders as required.
  • Participates in military-specific training (e.g., use of the Air Force Guide for Suicide Risk Assessment, Management, and Treatment, pre-post deployment screening, PTSD, and combat stress, etc).
  • Attends and participates in meetings during normal duty hours and professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities such as, but not limited to the following : quality improvement meetings, professional staff meetings, commander's staff meetings, primary care staff meetings, and others required by applicable regulations, MTF guidance, or as directed by supervisor.

Care Facilitator (CF) in a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The type of work may include, but is not limited to, the following :

  • IBHCs who are assigned to MTFs that have between 3, and 7, adult enrollees in the Family Health Clinic will provide both IBHC and CF services per the BHOP Manual.
  • Participates in and successfully completes Air Force care facilitator training. Demonstrates core competency skills to CF independent practice within days of starting.

The -day threshold for demonstration of core competency skills will be extended if the Air Force is unable to provide training opportunities within days.

  • Care facilitator training is an interactive computer-based training that is approximately three days in length. The candidate must complete all CF training requirements before engaging in CF patient care services.
  • Contact referred patients to assess medication treatment adherence for depression, anxiety, and PTSD disorders.
  • Use validated brief symptom inventories to assess current symptom severity.
  • Assess barriers to treatment adherence and help patient problem-solve solutions to barriers.
  • Provide patients with education regarding their behavioral health condition and treatment regimen.
  • Maintain patient information in a patient registry.
  • Maintain accurate and current notes in the electronic medical records of all patients contacted for review by the managing physician.
  • Performs case management functions.
  • Attends and participates in meetings during normal duty hours and professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities such as, but not limited to the following : quality improvement meeting, professional staff meetings, commander's staff meetings, primary care staff meetings, and others required by applicable regulations, MTF guidance, or as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Education : MSW
  • Experience : 1) Must have one year experience in the last three years in the evaluation and treatment of patients who have pain, psychological factors affecting their physical condition, or difficulty coping with medical problems.

2) Must have at least 12 months of direct hands-on experience in the last 24 months with computer operations, basic word processing, data entry, and use of an automated medical record system.

  • Licensure; Current, full, active, and unrestricted LCSW license from any state.
  • Life Support Certification : Possess and maintain a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Note : May obtain BLS upon acceptance, prior to start date.
  • Security : Must possess ability to pass a Government background check / security clearance.
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Medical Social Worker *INTERNAL ONLY*

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada Las Vegas, NV
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Summary :

Performs professional level social work in areas such as : assessing patient needs and coordinating a safe, comprehensive discharge plan which may involve emotional support to the patient, the family or significant others.

Job Requirement

Education / Experience :

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and one year of professional level social work experience in a social service agency or hospital setting;

or an internship or field work related to the profession.

Licensing / Certification Requirements :

Must possess a valid State of Nevada License as a Social Worker.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements

Knowledge of :

  • Principles, practices and techniques of social work, health and welfare; federal, state and county regulations governing area of responsibility;
  • local, state and Federal social welfare and assistance programs; community resources; medical terminology, diagnoses, and treatments;
  • counseling techniques such as family dynamics, cultural diversity and crisis intervention; assessment and interviewing techniques;
  • department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials;

department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures.

Skill in :

  • Developing and implementing individual treatment plans; coordinating an intervention; solving problems; applying effective counseling techniques;
  • establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds;

efficiently, effectively and safely using equipment; preparing written records and reports.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Mobility to work in a typical office setting including stamina to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time, and use standard office equipment;

vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification.

Closing Date / Time : 7 / 10 / 5 : 00 PM Pacific Job Address Las Vegas, Nevada United States

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Social Worker Therapist IPF

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center Las Vegas, NV
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Description

Hourly Wage Estimate : $32.21 - $45.11 / hour

Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.

The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Shift : Full Time Days, rotating weekends

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Social Worker Therapist IPF? At Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, you come first.

HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.

The available plans and programs include :

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference.

We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker Therapist IPF like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The licensed therapist position reports directly to the Clinical Director and is responsible for providing a range of psychosocial services including assessment, treatment planning, therapy (individual and group), and referrals as part of a multidisciplinary team for adolescents (ages 12-17), adults and geriatric populations with behavioral, mental and emotional needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES :

  • Be able to handle multiple tasks pertaining to patient issues.
  • Be able to work in a team environment.
  • A firm background in social service practice, patient aftercare and discharge planning.

EDUCATION :

A Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE :

Minimum one (1) year experience working as a therapist in mental health preferably in an acute hospital or residential treatment setting.

CERTIFICATE / LICENSE :

Hold and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

  • May be a Nevada licensed intern in either discipline working towards independent licensure. All incoming intern level positions must be supervised on site by a fully licensed clinician.
  • CPI certification within 30 days of hire

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

Adhere to all scope of services per the Nevada state licensing board for which the staff member is licensed.

  • Maintain licensure consistent with State requirements and attend appropriate continuing education to maintain any professional memberships or meet agency expectations.
  • Employ a variety of cognitive, behavioral and strength-based modalities of treatment.
  • Utilize psychotherapeutic methods including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, documentation, treatment evaluation, discharge planning, etc.

for mental, emotional and behavioral conditions and addictions.

  • Interview patients and families to obtain social histories and assure completion of psychosocial assessment in timeframes given by policy and guidelines.
  • Conduct individual and family sessions for patients as indicated patient treatment plan.
  • Facilitate identified process and psychoeducational groups to meet the needs of patients / families as indicated by medical record.
  • Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, supporting each unit’s treatment program, assuring the deliverance of quality and consistently excellent treatment to patients and their families.
  • Participate in the development of initial and ongoing treatment plans.
  • Participate in discharge planning and aftercare planning, making necessary contacts with community resources to ensure continuity of care.
  • Assist with referral development and community education activities.
  • Assure completion of patient outcomes on admission and discharge.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as required and or assigned by Clinical Director.

Southern Hills Hospital is a 260+ bed acute care hospital. We provide emergency and pediatric emergency services. Our facility also offers a behavioral health unit serving teens and adults, an accredited Chest Pain Center , a Certified Primary Stroke Center and a dedicated orthopedic and spine unit.

In addition, Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center provides women with top level care with our OB-GYN, Level II NICU, diagnostic imaging and surgical services.

We are also certified by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America, in disease-specific areas.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.

In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Social Worker Therapist IPF opening.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Social Worker

EmpRes Healthcare Las Vegas, NV
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Seeking a licensed Social Worker at Pahrump Health and Rehabilitation Center to join our team. The ideal candidate will meet the following career summary and enjoy working in our team-oriented environment.

Career Summary

Assist with maintaining the existence of the social service program designed to meet the individual physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of the residents, meets the State and Federal regulations and standards of the healthcare delivery established by the Center.

Must have a degree in Social Work and have a NV license. The estimated salary display represents the typical range of candidates hired.

The factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience, and degree.

Salary Range 58K- 70K a year The location of our building is located 65 miles from Southwest Las Vegas.

Social Services Essential Functions :

  • Completes social service history, discharge plan, and development of interdisciplinary care plans designed to meet the bio-psychosocial needs of resident.
  • Identification of needs and coordination of services so that bio-psychosocial needs of each resident are met.
  • Assisting residents and responsible parties in location and using financial, legal, mental health, and other community resources.
  • Provide individual, group, and family services focused on the maintenance or enhancement of the resident’s bio-psychosocial functioning and understanding of their health status.
  • Coordinate and / or provide health and mental health social work services to residents to assist with attaining or maintaining the highest practical mental and psychosocial well-being, while helping resident who display mental or psychosocial difficulty receive appropriate treatment and services.
  • Provide resource support to staff participating in behavioral interventions for residents.
  • Coordinating safe discharge planning and follow up services in coordination with interdisciplinary team.

Social Services Knowledge, Skills & Education

  • Evidence of ability to work with individuals of varied values and background.
  • Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective communication skills with residents, families, and staff.
  • Requires a minimum of Bachelors' Degree in accredited program of social work
  • Prefer a minimum of two years of work related experience in long term care or other related

Benefits :

  • Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Plan
  • Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, & Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Hardship Fund
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Long-Term Service Recognition
  • Training & Educational Assistance

Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate(s) EmpRes Healthcare Management, LLC will require ALL new-hires to have the 1st dose (of a 2-dose Pfizer or Moderna, or 1-dose J&J) by January 27, 2022.

After this time, any new-hire not vaccinated with at least the first dose (in a 2-dose series, or fully with a 1-dose series) will NOT be allowed to begin work until the criteria has been met.

Medical and / or Religious exemptions must be communicated to Human Resources prior to start of employment. In an effort to keep your employment experience as efficient as possible, please be aware of this requirement and take the necessary actions above prior to your employment with EmpRes Healthcare.

EmpRes Healthcare is a 100% employee owned company . We embody a spirit and value system that encourages loyalty, honesty and a Commitment to Caring.

From our belief that people are always the number one priority! Pahrump Health and Rehab Center 4501 N Blagg Rd. Pahrump, NV 89060 775-751-6600 #EMPRESNV #NV

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Medical Social Worker *INTERNAL ONLY*

UMC Las Vegas, NV
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Position Summary

EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS)

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

POSTING IS FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

THIS POSITION WILL SIT AT THE UMC PRIMARY CARE AT MEDICAL DISTRICT* As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients.

We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center.

We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status.

Position Summary :

Performs professional level social work in areas such as : assessing patient needs and coordinating a safe, comprehensive discharge plan which may involve emotional support to the patient, the family or significant others.

Job Requirement

Education / Experience :

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and one (1) year of professional level social work experience in a social service agency or hospital setting;

or an internship or field work related to the profession.

Licensing / Certification Requirements :

Must possess a valid State of Nevada License as a Social Worker.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements Knowledge of :

  • Principles, practices and techniques of social work, health and welfare; federal, state and county regulations governing area of responsibility;
  • local, state and Federal social welfare and assistance programs; community resources; medical terminology, diagnoses, and treatments;
  • counseling techniques such as family dynamics, cultural diversity and crisis intervention; assessment and interviewing techniques;
  • department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials;

department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures.

Skill in :

  • Developing and implementing individual treatment plans; coordinating an intervention; solving problems; applying effective counseling techniques;
  • establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds;

efficiently, effectively and safely using equipment; preparing written records and reports.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Mobility to work in a typical office setting including stamina to stand and / or walk for extended periods of time, and use standard office equipment;

vision to read printed materials and a VDT screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification.

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