Kidney Transplant Licensed Clinical Social Worker

1103 Team Member Services; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to join the transplant psychosocial team. You will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, support patient and family planning, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to guide transplant and VAD processes.

This full-time role requires 2+ years of case management or healthcare social work, LCSW licensure, and knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborate with the team.
• Ability to assess transplant-related needs and plan for care.
• Ability to complete and document comprehensive psychosocial assessments across age groups.
• Knowledge of state and federal healthcare agencies and patient assistance programs.
• Knowledge of heart, lung, kidney, pancreas, and liver diseases; mental health comorbidity understanding.
• Knowledge of end-of-life issues and palliative care needs.
• Familiarity with CBT, Solution-Focused, and Systems Theory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to document goals and treatment plans.
• Educate on transplant, living donation, and VAD processes.
• Provide crisis intervention and follow-up as needed.
• Assist in patient advocacy, resource brokering, and information/referral services.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Autonomous work style

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Discharge planning

Healthcare programs

End-of-life knowledge

CBT theory

Solution-Focused

Systems Theory

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

LCSW license

Job description

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 601 E Rollins St City: Orlando State: Florida Postal Code: 32803

Job Description

Other duties as assigned. Performs comprehensive psychosocial assessments, including evaluating patient’s understanding, motivation, mental status, employment, disability, insurance coverage, compliance, social history, substance use, functional status, caregiver, and transportation plan. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to establish and document patient goals and treatment plans. Serves as a consultant and educator to the multi-disciplinary team regarding psychosocial components of illness, disability, and hospitalization. Participates in initial patient orientation and provides ongoing education on transplant, living donation, and VAD processes. Utilizes advanced competence to perform crisis intervention, including follow-up to assess adjustment, caregiver concerns, mental status, and making referrals as necessary. Assists in patient advocacy, resource brokering, and information and referral services. Provides support and education surrounding end-of-life issues and advance directives. Facilitates ongoing support group meetings for transplant patients and their families. Attends and participates in transplant team meetings, including patient review committee, hospital interdisciplinary rounds, discharge planning, and Quality Assurance Process Improvement (QAPI). Proactively initiates quality improvement ideas to improve patient care experience, health of populations served, and reduce clinic care costs. Assists with onboarding, training, and professional development of LCSWs and coordinates learning opportunities for team members. Maintains current knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid rules, and legislation affecting transplant patients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. [Required]
• Ability to act in an autonomous, self-directed manner while maintaining the ability to collaborate with other members of the team. [Required]
• Ability to assess physical and emotional impact of transplant, VAD and or other advanced therapy on patient and patient’s family support system; ability to assist patients/families in problem solving and in planning for transplant and post-transplant needs [Required]
• Ability to complete and document comprehensive psychosocial assessments on pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients; ability to assess discharge and care management needs [Required]
• Knowledge of state and federal governmental agencies as they relate to healthcare; knowledge of state and community resources; knowledge of patient assistance programs, funding sources, and eligibility criteria [Required]
• Knowledge of heart, lung, kidney, pancreas, and liver diseases; knowledge of mental disorders, and substance use/abuse issues [Required]
• Knowledge of end-of-life issues and palliative care needs; knowledge of loss issues/bereavement [Required]
• Knowledge of theoretical frameworks such as Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Solution-Focused Theory, and Systems Theory. [Required]
• Transplantation [Preferred]
• Bilingual (English required/Spanish preferred) [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 2+ experience in case management, healthcare social work and/or mental health counseling [Required]
• 2+ transplant experience [Required]

Licenses and Certifications

• Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) [Required]
• Clinical Transplant Social Worker (CTSW) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range: $54,766.40 - $101,878.40

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.