Social Worker HDVCH Pediatric Pulmonology

Spectrum Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay (Payactiv)

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Retirement options (Traditional and 2)

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking a Social Worker for HDVCH Pediatric Pulmonology to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. You will assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs, coordinate discharge planning, and connect families with community resources.

The role emphasizes psychosocial assessments, collaboration, documentation in EMR, and adherence to federal/state regulations, with opportunities for short-term therapeutic support as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work and 2 years of relevant, healthcare-related experience post-degree.
• Preferred care management experience.
• Preferred experience in individual/family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning.
• Upon hire, Driver's license (State of Michigan).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess psychosocial needs and plan for alternate sites of care after discharge.
• Coordinate with alternate sites of care and community agencies to address patient needs.
• Document assessments and plans accurately in the electronic medical record, reflecting current conditions and transition needs.
• Provide consultation and resources to healthcare team members.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and participate in related committees or projects as assigned.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of federal and state regulations related to the role.
• Provide short-term therapeutic support as appropriate for setting and location.

Skills

Social Work

Care Management

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

HDVCH Pediatric Pulmonology Scope of work

To work collaboratively with members of an interdisciplinary team in order to assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs. These interventions may include, but are not exclusive to: alternate site coordination, discharge planning, addressing all forms of identified abuse/neglect, adoption, substance use disorders, assisting with end of life decisions, providing appropriate referral resources, bereavement support, adjustment counseling, facilitating guardianships and behavioral health concerns (including psychiatric transfers).

Essential Functions

• Conducts psychosocial assessments with patient and or family to assist with identified psychosocial needs or who may be identified to require an alternate site of care post discharge and executes a plan.


• Communicates with alternate sites of care and/or community agencies in an effective and timely manner, to best address the patient’s needs.


• Completes and documents the assessment and plan in the electronic medical record, accurately reflecting the patient’s current condition, situational factors, transition of care needs and psychosocial imperatives.


• Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team.


• Responsible for maintaining relevant and current knowledge of community resources.


• Participates or assists in department, regional, or statewide stakeholder committees, projects etc., as assigned/requested.


• Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.


• Provide short term therapeutic support as appropriate for setting and location.

Qualifications Required

• Master's Degree Social Work 2 years of relevant experience healh care related experience post obtaining Master's Degree in Social Work


• Preferred Care management experience


• Preferred Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred


• Preferred Master Social Worker (MSW-Master) - State of Michigan


• Upon Hire required Driver's License - State of Michigan Healthier Communities Upon Hire required

Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - 35 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids Department Name Peds Pulmonology HDVCH HOPD - Grand Rapids Prof Svcs Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:30a - 5p Days Worked Monday - Friday Weekend Frequency N/A

Equal Employment Opportunity and Culture

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.