Outpatient Care Coordinator - Social Work

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a licensed social worker to join our team. The Social Worker intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, aids eligibility determinations for social programs, and coordinates plans of care for high-risk populations.

The role provides crisis intervention to patients and families, and accepts referrals from an interdisciplinary team. LMSW or higher licensure is required; LCSW is preferred; 3+ years hospital social work experience is

Qualifications

• LMSW or higher licensure is required; LCSW preferred.
• 3+ years hospital social work or protective services experience preferred.
• Experience in psychosocial and therapeutic counseling.
• Working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care regulations

Responsibilities

• Intervene with patients who have complex psychosocial needs.
• Assist with eligibility determinations for social programs and funding sources.
• Provide crisis intervention to patients and families and coordinate a plan of care for high-risk populations.
• Receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Education

LMSW licensure required

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Hours Monday - Friday 800-1630.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Social Worker intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies. In addition, offer crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and helps coordinate a plan of care for high-risk patient populations. This role will receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• LMSW or higher licensure required, LCSW preferred
• Three (3) or more years hospital social work or protective services experience preferred
• Experience in psychosocial and therapeutic counseling preferred
• Working knowledge/experience in case management, payors and reimbursement
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity
• Basic understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and Managed Care regulations
• Organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes
• Self-motivated requires minimal supervision
• Views problems as a challenge and investigates alternatives which demand creativity, flexibility, and the ability to work under stress
• Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality of all verbal & written information and documents
• Familiarity with and appropriate use of community resources

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.
• Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.