Inpatient Rehab Social Worker (LMSW)

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks an Inpatient Rehab Social Worker (LMSW) to join a multidisciplinary team. The role supports discharge planning, coordinates resources for patients, and facilitates psychosocial care for patients and families within an acute rehabilitation setting.

Graduate with CSWE-accredited MSW and licensure as LMSW; BLS is required. Two years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• LMSW license issued by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners; temporary license acceptable during first 90 days.
• BLS certification required, though not in Transplant Departments.
• Preferred: 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and determines patient discharge needs (transportation, DME, LTAC, SNF, home health, hospice).
• Uses crisis intervention and problem-solving to support patient and family psychosocial needs.
• Maintains documentation to meet department and UT Southwestern standards.
• Identifies and reports required cases to governmental agencies as needed.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

LMSW license by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Job description

Job Description - Inpatient Rehab Social Worker (LMSW) (969425)

Job Description

Inpatient Rehab Social Worker (LMSW) - ( 969425 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Graduate of an Institution certified by the Council of Social Work Education with a Master's degree in Social Work.
  
• Licenses and Certifications
  (LMSW) LIC MASTER SOCIAL WORKER by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. Temporary license is acceptable during first 90 days of employment Upon Hire and
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT BCLS is required however, not required in Transplant Departments Upon Hire
  

Preferred

• Experience
  2 years related experience.
  

JOB DUTIES

• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and proactively determines patient needs for discharge transitions including transportation, DME, LTAC, SNF, home health agencies and hospice.
• Utilizes crisis intervention and problem solving skills to facilitate and enhance patient and family's ability to meet acute and ongoing medical and psychosocial needs.
• Demonstrates ongoing familiarity with community resources to facilitate positive patient and family outcomes agencies to assure appropriate client access.
• Maintains effective documentation including tracking and referral information; consistently meets department and UTSW documentation standards.
• Identifies and reports situations or cases to appropriate governmental agencies as legally required and in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Serves as an active participant of the health care team, communicating effectively with other health care providers, patients, families, other hospital personnel, and visitors.
• Identifies the need for professional growth and seeks appropriate development opportunities.
• Provides education to staff, patients and community resource affiliates.
• Maintains system for tracking placement of patients after discharge on monthly basis.
• Has knowledge of Department and Unit Performance Improvement program and is aware of expected participation. Identifies need for professional growth and seeks development opportunities.
• Provides education to staff, patients, and community resource affiliates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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