Social Worker MSW - Case Management - Ochsner Baptist - PRN

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Social Worker to conduct bio-psychosocial assessments, coordinate discharge plans, and connect patients with community resources. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and may practice clinically under supervision of a licensed social worker.

Requires an MSW and CSW/RSW certification, with LMSW preferred; solid data-entry and documentation skills are essential to support patient care and compliance.

Qualifications

• MSW is required and must be CSWE-accredited.
• CSW or RSW certification is required; licensure exam within 6 months.
• LMSW is preferred; licensure track encouraged within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessment interviews and coordinate discharge plans.
• Identify and connect patients and families with community resources.
• Maintain patient records and communicate critical information to the medical team.
• Maintain ongoing professional knowledge and certifications through CE activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation and adapt communication to patient population.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data entry

Windows apps

Team collaboration

Public program knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

CSW or RSW certification

LMSW preferred

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job assumes responsibility for bio-psychosocial assessments, patient education, evaluation, referral to appropriate community resources and supportive and crisis interventions. Applies thorough knowledge and use of the company and community based services to coordinate and implement complex discharge plans; collaborates and communicates (verbally and through the maintenance of the medical record) with the multidisciplinary team to (re) evaluate and respond to patient and caregiver needs including, but not limited to, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual needs in relation to adapting to the patient’s medical condition. Additionally, this job may practice clinical social work within the agency only under the supervision of an LCSW employed by the company.

Education

• Required - Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

Work Experience

• Required - None.

Preferred- Two Years Experience In a Medical Setting

Certifications

• Required - Certified Social Worker (CSW) as verified by the LABSWE OR Registered Social Worker (RSW) certificate. Must take and pass licensure exam within 6 months of employment.
• Preferred - Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) as verified by the LABSWE preferred or must schedule and pass exam within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software packages specific to role.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Working knowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology in order to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.
• Working knowledge of an acute and chronic care medical setting, medical terminology and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and/or trauma upon the patient and their support system.
• Knowledge of heath care systems and public programs such as those funded by Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with patients, families, multidisciplinary team members, departmental peers, and community agency personnel.

Job Duties

• Conducts patient assessment interviews, provides referrals and coordinates discharge plans.
• Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families.
• Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and required certifications through continuing education and development.
• Utilizes management resources.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.

Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.