Medical Social Worker (North County)

Excelin Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelin Health in San Diego, CA is seeking a Medical Social Worker to implement standards of care and support patients and families. You will assess psychosocial status, coordinate with the clinical team, maintain records, and provide information and referrals to community resources.

Strong communication and documentation skills are essential; a CSWE-accredited degree and LCSW license are required, CPR certification is mandatory, and a valid driver's license with insured vehicle is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by CSWE.
• Licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in good standing.
• Minimum of one year experience in health care.
• Home health care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status of patients related to illness and environment.
• Communicate findings to the registered nurse and care team.
• Maintain clinical records for patients referred to social work.
• Provide information and referrals to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Serve as liaison between patients, families, and community agencies.
• Participate in development of the total plan of care and case conferences.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

CSWE-accredited BSW/MSW

Job description

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Medical Social Worker (North County)

ADMIN PRN Social Services San Diego, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1981

Job Title/Position: Medical Social Worker

Reports to:Clinical Supervisor

Position Summary: The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
• Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
• Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
• Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization personnel to support patient care.
• Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
• Participates in in-service education programs.
• Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
• Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
• Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/Supervisor.
• The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

2. Licensed as a licensed clinical social worker by the Board of Behavioral Sciences.

3. Minimum of one year's experience in health care.

4. Experience in a home health care preferred.

5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

SKILLS REQUIRED

1. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Compliance:

• Acknowledge my obligation and agreement to fulfill those duties and responsibilities as set forth in the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and to be bound by these standards.
• Certify that throughout my association with EH I will comply with the terms of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies.
• Understand that violations of the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies may lead to disciplinary action, including termination of employment.