Compassionate Social Worker — Patient Advocacy & Care

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

403(b) employer contributions

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

FMLA leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a dedicated Social Worker for St. Charles Hospital in Ohio. The role provides direct patient care, conducts assessments, develops care plans, offers counseling, and coordinates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Requires a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field and an active LSW license. At least 1 year in social/human services is preferred. Benefits include competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
• Licensed as a Social Worker (LSW) in state of practice.
• 1 year in social or human services setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients’ needs, situations, and support networks to identify goals and develop individualized care plans.
• Provides emotional support, guidance, education and counseling, using evidence-based techniques, to help patients cope with challenges and adjust to changes.
• Manages cases, tracks progress, and identifies and refers patient to community resources, such as mental health resources, substance abuse treatment, and housing assistance as applicable.
• Represents patients' interests, advocates for resources, and addresses systemic barriers.
• Responds to crisis situations, providing immediate support, and connecting patients with appropriate resources.
• Works with other professionals, such as providers, therapists, and clinical staff, to coordinate care as part of the multidisciplinary patient care team.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of patient interactions and progress.
• Stays informed about policies, regulations, and practices that impact patient populations.
• May conduct home visits. Ability to provide own transportation for home visits as needed.

Skills

Debriefing

Motivational interviewing

Patient Centered care

Care planning

Medical/safety screenings

Technology proficiency

Documentation

Data analytics

Interdisciplinary teamwork

De-escalation

Community collaboration

Virtual interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a dedicated Social Worker for St. Charles Hospital in Ohio. The role provides direct patient care, conducts assessments, develops care plans, offers counseling, and coordinates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Requires a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field and an active LSW license. At least 1 year in social/human services is preferred. Benefits include competitive pay and professional development opportunities.