Social Worker MSW - Full Time

Jupiter Medical Center Physicians Group, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jupiter Medical Center in Palm Beach County seeks a Master’s level Social Worker to join the Case Management team, providing psychosocial assessments and discharge planning across DME, SNF, LTAC, and home health agencies.

Under the Director’s supervision, the MSW will coordinate evaluations, craft comprehensive discharge plans, review plans with patients and families, and ensure regulatory compliance during transitions.

Qualifications

• 2 years acute care experience, SNF, or home health experience.
• Knowledge of community resources and the healthcare system.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Highly organized, empathetic, and capable of multitasking in a high-stress environment.
• Strong prioritization, conflict management, and time management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient assessment skills for psychosocial needs and transition planning.
• Ability to coordinate discharge planning with multiple care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate information to DME, SNF, LTAC, HHC agencies and other providers along the patient’s continuum of care.
• Coordinate discharge evaluations and craft a comprehensive discharge plan.
• Review the plan with patient, family, and care team to ensure understanding and agreement.
• Document in the medical record and coordinate family meetings when requested.
• Offer psychosocial interventions and referrals after discharge as needed.
• Understand social and functional factors affecting discharge and outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Community resources

Computer literacy

BLS Certification

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education

Master's degree in social work required. ACM Social Worker certification preferred.

Experience / Qualifications

• 2 years acute care experience, SNF, or home health experience.


• Knowledge of community resources, general information of the healthcare system.


• BLS Certification American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.


• Highly organized, empathetic, and capable of multitasking in a high-stressed environment.


• High ability to set priorities, conflict management, and time management.


• Pleasant personality and phone etiquette.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• High skill level in computer and other peripheral systems.


• Customer service and negotiation skills are a must.


• Responsible for assuring all state and federal documents are reviewed and completed timely and accurately.


• Proficient assessment skills in identifying psychosocial needs, barriers to transition planning and home needs.


• Ability to handle difficult situations in a way that promotes best outcomes for the patient and fiscally responsible for the patient and organization.


• Effective time management skills.


• Understanding of state and federal documentation requirements and compliance to these regulations.


• Experience providing psychosocial interventions and therapy to acute ill patients and/or their family.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of either the Director of Case Management and direction, the social worker will provide accurate information to DME, SNF, LTAC, HHC agencies and other providers along the patients' continuum of care. Teamwork is essential to implement the discharge plan with compliance of all regulatory agencies (ACHA, CMS, The Joint Commission, etc.). The MSW Social worker oversees coordinating patient discharge evaluations. The Social Worker is responsible for crafting a comprehensive discharge plan including where the patient is going, how the patient will get there and who the patient will see in the next phase of their treatment. Reviews and discusses the plan with the patient, family, representative and multidisciplinary care team to ensure all parties understand and agrees to the transition plan. Document accordingly in medical record. Coordinates planning an evaluation among various disciplines responsible for patient care. Responsible for coordinating family meetings when requested by the physician, family, or nursing team in an effort to provide a smooth transition to the next level of care and provide transparency in the transition plan. When identified during the initial transition planning assessment by either the primary RN Case Manager and/or social worker the MSW social worker may provide psychosocial interventions and document accordingly. After the patient is discharged from the hospital, the Social Worker remains available to answer any questions or provide new referrals if necessary. Knowledge of social and physical factors that affect functional status at discharge is essential in delivering a comprehensive and successful discharge plan.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships

Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of people regardless of background; find topics and common interests that can be used to build rapport with others.

Peer Support

Provides guidance and feedback to help others strengthen knowledge/skills needed to accomplish tasks, solve problems, and perform effectively within the team.

Inspiring and Motivating Others

Fosters commitment and cohesiveness by facilitating cooperation and working as a team within the organization toward goal accomplishments. Work well with others, build consensus, and ensure cooperation to complete tasks and positive workflow.

Demonstrating Emotional Intelligence

Exercises self-leadership, self-awareness, and self-regulation