Job Description

To provide services to The Christ Hospital Patients and families by assessing psycho-social needs and implementing a plan of care to assure continuity of the patient’s care.

Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health. Help patients with a variety of mental health issues as well as substance abuse problems.

Develop and implement treatment plans and collaborate with the primary care providers and mental health providers to review plans.

Provides psychosocial interventions, advocacy and linkage with community resources.

Responsibilities

PLAN DEVELOPMENT / IMPLEMENTATION

Develop a plan of intervention, which is integrated with the interdisciplinary treatment team to establish continuum of care in congruence with ethical and legal considerations.

Implements plan of care :

• Provide psycho-social counseling and other therapeutic interventions for patient / family.
• Provides education and crisis management for patient and family.
• Facilitate healthcare decision making.
• Provide psychosocial intervention for; neglect / abuse, adjustment to illness, bereavement, non-compliance and other psychosocial barriers to diagnosis and treatment and compliance.
• Provide referral and linkage to health care and community resources.
• Advocate, mediate and negotiate a cohesive plan for maintaining or improving social supports and patient safety.
• Develop, monitor, evaluate effectiveness of, and modify care plan as needed.
• Assist with the development of behavioral health brief intervention model in the primary care setting
• Use technology to facilitate scheduled and on demand consultations with providers and patients.

DOCUMENTATION

• Provide clear, concise, objective written communication about the psychosocial assessment, treatment plan, progress of intervention and outcomes in compliance with regulatory and department standards.
• Document interventions in a timely manner.
• Assist with the development of reporting metrics to monitor effectiveness of interventions

ASSESSMENT / SCREENING

Assess the psycho-social needs of patients to :

• Identify psycho-social barriers to treatment.
• Identify psychosocial impacts of illness / hospitalization on the patient and family.
• Identify chemical dependency and / or mental illness.
• Identify patient / family / community support systems.
• Identify age related / developmental issues.
• Identify patient / family environmental risk factors (abuse, homelessness, domestic violence, etc.)

CONSULTATION / EDUCATION / COLLABORATION

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of care and efficiency.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with healthcare team and community agencies and services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds, care conferences and family conferences.
• Assist interdisciplinary team in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to illness.
• Identify barriers in service delivery systems and advocate for change.
• Provide education to interdisciplinary team members
• Evaluate patient outcomes and participate in process improvement.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO

• Assist in departmental planning, serve on committees and task forces and assume responsibility for delegated projects.
• Provide mandatory and / or voluntary cross coverage when needed.
• Participate in orientation of new staff.
• Generate and support ideas to improve service delivery.
• Identify complex clinical cases and seeks supervision when appropriate
• Provide supervision to LSWs

OTHER SERVICE-SPECIFIC DUTIES

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

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Exceptional skill interviewing patients and families in crisis and individuals with a wide range of physical and emotional problems.

Ability to prioritize many simultaneous demands. Medical and psychiatric competence including knowledge of health policy, regulations, and legislation and community resources.

Self-awareness, professionalism, and good judgment in dealing with emotional and confidential issues. Excellent verbal and written communication.

Self motivated, organized yet flexible. Skill in mental health assessment and treatment modalities necessary to assess and treat individuals, families and groups.

Ability to integrate social work philosophy and ethics into professional practice.

EDUCATION : Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) or psychology / counseling required;

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : Behavioral health experience and at least 2 years of counseling experience in a community mental health setting or privately.

Substance abuse counseling experience preferred. Must be able to select appropriate counseling methods in order to maximize treatment process and outcomes.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :

LISW or LPCC required. State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker

Overview

We’re looking for a FT Hospice Social Worker (BSW) to join our team.

The Social Worker (BSW) is that member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient / family unit based on an assessment that identifies the needs, goals, interventions and services indicated accordance with the established plan of care and to utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.

About You

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE School.
• Licesure as required by the state in which the hospice is located.
• One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and / or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred
• Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death;
• ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness;

tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Gentiva Hospice

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Our Company Gentiva Hospice is member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative and personal home care.

Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment.

We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day. Overview We're looking for a FT Hospice Social Worker (BSW) to join our team.

The Social Worker (BSW) is that member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient / family unit based on an assessment that identifies the needs, goals, interventions and services indicated accordance with the established plan of care and to utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process. About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE School.
• Licesure as required by the state in which the hospice is located.
• One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and / or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred
• Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death;
• ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness;

tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities Legalese
• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace Location Gentiva Hospice

JOIN US IN MAKING THE MOST OF EVERY DAY!

Hospice of The Western Reserve operates in celebration of the individual worth of each life, we strive to relieve suffering, enhance comfort, promote quality of life, foster choice in end-of-life care and support effective grieving.

WHY US?

We believe that our success starts with our greatest asset : OUR EMPLOYEES!

We live our shared core values in everything we do :

COMPASSION. EXCELLENCE. EQUALITY. INTEGRITY. SERVICE. STEWARDSHIP .

We have a passion for purpose-driven work! Do you?

JOIN OUR FAMILY!

The Social Worker is pivotal in providing counseling services and medical social work to terminally ill persons and families in collaboration with the transdisciplinary team in a variety of settings.

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

• Address the emotional, spiritual and psychosocial needs of the patient and family related to the patient’s illness, need for care, response to treatment and adjustment to care in accord with the Team’s Transdisciplinary Plan.
• Assist with group counseling and support programs for patients and families / caregivers.
• Maintain and promptly complete all required records and reports according to agency standards.
• Participate in care conferences and bereavement program.
• Assist with discharge planning.
• Assist patients and family members with referrals to community resources.
• Exhibit flexibility for emergency situations.
• Demonstrate positive customer service responsiveness according to agency standards.
• Flexible in meeting patient / family needs that require working evenings and weekends.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Assist in preparation of financial assessment and payment agreement.
• Maintain Transmission Based Precautions.
• Participate in chart review, quality improvement activities and other meetings as assigned.
• Participate in coordination of and communication with volunteer staff.
• Complete annual competency requirements.
• Assist with completion of Medicaid application process.
• Assign new cases to social workers and keep case assignment board up to date.
• Assist with orientation of new employees.
• Assist with in-service programs and outside public relations activities as requested.
• Participate on committees as appropriate or assigned.
• Supervise Social Work Interns as assigned.
• Participate in case reviews.

SUCCESS CAPABILITIES :

• Masters prepared Social Worker preferred
• Licensed in the State of Ohio.
• Experience (2 yrs.) in counseling or related work with individuals, families and groups.
• Experience preferred in hospice, medical facilities or nursing homes.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, good driving record and auto accident insurance at a level acceptable to HWR and / or HWR’s insurer.
• Equivalent education / experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license / certification / registration.

DETAILS :

• Total Rewards Package to include Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision, voluntary benefits and Corporate Discounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Non-exempt role
• Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID-19

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

• Compliance to Annual Flu Shot Policy or ability to provide exemption documentation
• Provide an active auto insurance policy as a licensed driver in the State of Ohio with the proper level of coverage as directed
• Provide an active driver’s license
• Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position requires the duties be completed in both office-type settings and patient care settings. May include making visits to a variety of home environments with prolonged telephone or computer use at times.

Could require the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; work requires sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, standing, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions;

vocal communication; hearing, and visual acuity. This position has the potential to be exposed to environmental elements, internal and external, such as infectious disease, bloodborne pathogens, and chemicals and / or chemical fumes, (pet dander and / or exposure to allergens) and adverse effects of inclement weather that may occur as well as potentially difficult patient and family situations.

NOTE : The responsibilities of this position are described above, and they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons.

Also, this description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills

Work Locations

Warrensville Developmental Cen4325 Green RoadHighland Hills44128

Organization

Developmental Disabilities - Warrensville Developmental CenterClassified Indicator : ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule

Full-timeWork Hours : 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pmCompensation : 23.60

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Job Function

Social ServicesSocial Worker 1(23000144)

Job Duties

Provides psychosocial interventions to individuals; performs individual,family or group interventions (, testing, education and groupwork) focusing on problem-solving,coping skills, sexuality education, etc.

• develops intervention goals &objectives designed to give education & resolve individuals’ problems;participates in process of establishing, implementing & evaluating goalsand objectives;
• interviews individuals & individual’s families to establishcase goals and objectives; assesses individuals & determines specific interventiontechniques for individuals;

monitors individual & provides feedback oneffectiveness of prescribed interventions.

Maintains contact with probate courts for involuntary commitments andguardianships. Maintains processes tosupport individuals’ rights and resolution of complaints.

Plans events designed to improve self-esteemand quality of life. Serves as the HIPAA Privacy Officer.

Attendsmeetings (, PCPs, special team) & court hearings; establishes& maintains working relationship with other facilities, agencies andsupport services (, courts and mental health) in order tocoordinate referrals & conduct follow-up services.

Completes and maintainsconsents upon admissions and as needed. Coordinates services with funeralhomes, memorials, and ensures religious preferences are met.