Social Worker (LMSW)

North Alabama Medical Center; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and disability coverage

Tuition assistance and loan support

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs and gym perks

Job summary

North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to assess and support patients and families, coordinating services and discharge planning with the care team. This role emphasizes compassionate, person-centered care in a hospital setting.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s in Social Work and a State LMSW license, with the ability to manage complex cases in a fast-paced environment and collaborate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Social Work is required.
• Alabama LMSW license is required.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess patients and families for social, emotional, economic, and environmental needs.
• Coordinate services with healthcare teams and external agencies to support discharge plans.
• Perform case reviews and monitor progress of treatment plans with documentation.
• Assist with Medicaid screenings and referral processes as part of discharge planning.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Stress management

Education

MSW required

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time
At

North Alabama Medical Center
Job Type: Full-Time
At North Alabama Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Social Worker joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility offering the community's only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women's and children's services and a complete line of medical and imaging services. We are a Certified Chest Pain center and recognized as a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association. North Alabama Medical Center's 24-hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

Where We Are

No matter what type of things you're interested in, we have things of interest for you. Florence, AL is a vibrant area with walkable streets and plenty of inspiring things to do. Spend your days getting to know the local community by exploring our shops, restaurants, and historical attractions.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

How You'll Contribute

Investigates, assesses, and plans interventions to help patients cope with social, emotional, economic, and environmental problems.

Reports to: Director

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Education: Master's Social Worker Required

Licenses: State of Alabama Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW)

Minimum Work Experience

Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions

• Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
• Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
• Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.
• Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.
• Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.
• Assists patients with Medicaid and other applications when needed.

Social Work Functions

• Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of social services in accordance with accepted standards of practice and established policies and procedures.
• Conducts a bio-psycho-social assessment of the patient and participates in the treatment planning process, with ongoing reassessment and evaluation.
• Formulates individualized measurable goals for the patient.
• Participates in discharge planning, arranging for follow up care, continuity of care and coordination with outside agencies.
• Uses various modalities such as group therapy, individual therapy to treat the patient and assist families
• Participates in utilization management activities as needed to assure proper payment for services.
• Completes required documentation within required time frames.

Non-Essential Functions

• Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students.
• Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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