Medical Social Worker

Medihelp247; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to provide essential financial counselling and support to patients upon admission. This role involves coordinating assessments, reviewing social aspects in the ward, and facilitating family conferences to discuss financial considerations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Work and at least 5 years of relevant experience, showcasing strong communication and case management skills. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing patient care and ensuring smooth transitions for residents. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in social work or related field.
• Strong skills in financial counselling and case management.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial counselling and support for patient discharge options.
• Coordinate assessments and review social aspects affecting care.

Skills

Financial Counselling

Case Management

Therapy Recommendations

Social Work

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Social Work or related discipline

Job description

Duties

1. Provide financial counselling upon admission.
2. Co-ordinate an assessment onsite of patient to assess nursing/rehab status/behavioural and any social concerns.
3. Review social aspects in ward with regards to activity participation, visitors and befriending, financial consideration status, etc.
4. Provide therapy/nursing/medical/social recommendations and support family and resident to complete home discharge or other care options.
5. Review supporting documents for referral to other care options and seek financial assistance for home equipping as recommended by therapist where required.
6. Provide counselling to patients with psychosocial issues.
7. Facilitate family conference for discussion on financial considerations, if necessary.
8. Work with Nursing team to review care to residents and understand their social situation.
9. Work with resident or next-of-kin on financial considerations (e.g. Government Means Test subsidy).
10. Review cases and facilitate meetings for Medifund cases.
11. Apply for financial assistance (e.g. Means Test, Medifund, IDAPE, ELDERSHIELD, MFEC).
12. Update residents’ profile and movement in database.
13. Manage and supervise team members in case management team.
14. Guide on the professional development of team members.

Qualifications

1. Degree in Social Work or related discipline.
2. At least 5 years of relevant experience.

Interested and qualified applicants, please send your resume to [e-mail].

Ivy Yong Shi Mei

Personnel EA License No.: R2198995

Recruit Express Pte Ltd (EA Licence No.: 99C4599)

Work Schedule: office hour

Salary Range: $3000-5000