Social Worker LMSW (Weekends Required)

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Emotional support

Physical health resources

Spiritual support

Financial benefits

Career development

Community programs

On-site professional counselors (EAP)

Discounted pharmacy cost

Cash retention bonus

Employer retirement match

PTO & extended illness

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Job summary

UMC Health System invites applications for a Social Worker, LMSW, to provide direct patient services through collaboration with physicians and hospital staff in a Texas hospital setting.

Responsibilities include discharge planning, referrals, therapeutic services, and timely Cerner documentation, with emphasis on compassionate, independent work and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work required.
• LMSW license in Texas required.
• 2+ years hospital social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s ability to participate post-discharge.
• Educate patients and families; refer to community resources.
• Arrange referrals to SNFs, rehab, and transport as needed.
• Provide therapeutic services including mental health assessments.
• Document in Cerner timel y.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas.

Job Summary

The Social Worker, LMSW is responsible for providing direct services to patients/families by collaboration with physicians and other hospital personnel.

Reports to:

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Assess the patient’s ability to participate actively in their medical care post discharge
• Educate patients/family and refer them to the appropriate community resources
• Remain up to date on resources available for patients/families.
• Facilitate referrals and transfers to nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, rehab, and long-term acute care facilities. Coordinate for the appropriate mode of transportation (ambulance, wheelchair van...) as needed by the patient for the transfer.
• Arrange for durable medical equipment, out-patient services, Home Health and/or Hospice care as needed.
• Complete high-risk screens and length of stays screens on unit in accordance with DPP# 102.
• Provide therapeutic services to patients and their families including, chemical dependence assessments, mental health assessments, advanced illness planning, and chronic disease management.
• Utilize crisis intervention and problem-solving skills to facilitate and enhance patient and family’s ability to meet acute, and ongoing medical, and psychosocial needs.
• Complete Home Health Visits and assessment timely on the patients which are referred from UMC Home Health.
• Develop a treatment plan that is appropriate for the needs of the patients served by UMC Home Health.
• Participate in huddles on unit and other huddles as requested to identify needs or anticipated needs for the patient at discharge.
• Documentation in Cerner in a complete and timely.
• All other related assigned duties

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work
• + 2 years of experience as a Social Worker, in a hospital setting

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

• LMSW- Licensed Master Social Worker licensed in the state of Texas by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners

Skills and Abilities

• Able to work independently, exercise independent judgement, and prioritize workload
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing; Ability to communicate with empathy and influence

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position requires interaction with medical staff and Allied Health partners

Physical Capabilities

Visual and auditory acuity required. Position requires much walking and standing for extended periods of time

Environmental/Working Conditions

Position subject to inside environmental changes that may include varying changes in temperatures.

Direct Reports

N/A

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet

Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as One of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates