Social Worker II (Part Time, Day)

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Unity is seeking a Social Worker II to provide psychosocial assessment, care planning, and discharge coordination for hospital patients. The role emphasizes strong communication, collaboration with care teams, and adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.

This part-time (32 hours) position requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work; prior healthcare experience is preferred, and familiarity with elder care is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required.
• One year experience in healthcare preferred.
• FOR ELDERONE EMPLOYMENT: 1 year experience with frail elderly population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages referrals for patients with psychosocial needs and determines interventions.
• Reviews census and documentation to identify high risk patients not referred.
• Determines patient needs through rounds, chart reviews, interviews and team conferences.
• Documents social work intervention and ensures proper channeling of referrals.
• Assesses patient needs and determines mode of intervention.
• Coordinates assessments and develops care plans in accordance with policy.
• Executes discharge/continued care plans in compliance with regulations.
• Interacts with care managers and insurers to obtain coverage approvals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Care Connect

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker II Location: Unity Hours Per Week: 32 hours per week Schedule: Part Time 8am-4pm

SUMMARY:

To provide hospital patients with psychosocial and continued care planning intervention, serve as a community liaison and provide education in compliance with applicable hospital, departmental and governmental regulations and policies. High level of communication skills, excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages referrals related to patients with psychosocial needs and determines appropriate interventions and strategies to meet those needs.
• Reviews track board census or documentation to identify high risk patients not referred.
• Determines patient needs through interdisciplinary rounds, chart review, patient/family interviews and team conferences.
• Documents social work intervention.
• Ensures that all inappropriate referrals are channeled correctly and documented.
• Assesses patient needs and determines mode of intervention.
• Possesses appropriate age and specific knowledge about the dynamics of group assigned and assesses patient needs accordingly as documented in Care Connect or medical record.
• Interviews patients and/or families and records psychosocial assessments in accordance with the social work documentation policy as documented in chart.
• Coordinates assessments and develops care plans in accordance with accepted social work policy as documented in chart.
• If indicated, evaluates patients for the appropriate level of care as documented in chart, office file, and by referrals.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary and agency case conferences as needed, as verified through chart notes indicating attendance, problems discussed and treatment plan.
• Implements plan of intervention preparatory to discharge or initiating continued care plan in compliance with departmental and governmental regulations.
• Works with care manager, acts as intermediary, with Health Care Insurance providers (ex. HMO’s, private insurance, Medicare), advocating for patient/family, to obtain approval for coverage as documented in the chart.
• Involves patient/family in the treatment planning process as demonstrated in the chart notes, and signatures on the appropriate forms.
• Executes plan of discharge/continued care which is mutually agreeable to patient/family.
• Notifies involved parties (ex., doctor, family, patient, facility) concerning the discharge, within 24 hours of receipt of discharge authorization as documented in chart.
• Requests needed paperwork from nursing/doctor other disciplines as documented in the chart.
• Arranges for transportation of patient where needed in accordance with hospital procedure, as documented in the chart.
• Acts as liaison with the community and as a referral source.
• May coach, mentor, and train new staff in their assigned duties in order to achieve a standard of excellence in the department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

One year experience preferred, preferably in a health care setting

FOR ELDERONE EMPLOYMENT:

1 year experience with frail elderly population preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

PAY RANGE: $27.00 - $37.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14626 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.