Social Worker, PRN

Lifepoint Health; Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 4

401K Benefits

Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA, is seeking a PRN Social Worker to assess patient and family needs, develop interventions, and coordinate services across medical and social supports. The role involves discharge planning, care coordination, and collaboration with the care team to support treatment goals.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) and state licensure within 6 months of hire; certification such as Handle with Care within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Licensure as Social Worker in the state (KY) within 6 months of hire.
• Handle with Care certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess patients and families; determine needed services and interventions.
• Participate in case reviews to evaluate progress and manage discharge planning.
• Consult with healthcare team to monitor treatment plan compliance.
• Assist with discharge planning and connect to transportation, housing, and social services.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy; supervise/train staff and students.

Job description

Social Worker- PRN

Who we are:

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA, has 204 beds. It is a 204-bed teaching hospital offering advanced acute care in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia.

We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation and flexible scheduling so you can focus on what really matters - providing quality patient care. Join our team in Philadelphia to build a career that touches lives.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants, and so much more

Position Summary:

The Social Worker is responsible for Assesses, and plans interventions to help patients cope with social, emotional, economic, and environmental problems.

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.
• Participate 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.
• Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns.
• Provides individual, family and group therapy.

Additional Information

• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required.
• Familiarity with rehab documentation systems is preferred.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors required; master's preferred
• Licenses: Board Certified Social Worker, or related field (i.e. counseling) in the state of Kentucky (CSW, LPCA, LCSW) within 6 months of hire
• Certifications: Handle with Care within 30 days of hire.

EEOC Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employ

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.