Social Worker (SW), PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 44,964 - 81,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Enloe Health Rehabilitation Center, in partnership with Lifepoint Rehabilitation, seeks a Master’s-level Social Worker (LMSW) to support acute rehabilitation patients in Chico, CA. The role involves comprehensive patient interviews, care coordination, discharge planning, and Medicaid-related assistance.

Requirements include a Master’s degree and a Michigan LMSW license, BLS-HCP certification, and 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree is required.
• State of Michigan Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) license is required.
• Certification: BLS Health Care Provider and Crisis Intervention Training within 90 days.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and assesses patients and/or families, caregivers, and representatives.
• Determines, prioritizes, and arranges needed internal and external services.
• Participates in case reviews with the healthcare team to monitor treatment plans.
• Assists with discharge planning and coordinates follow-up care and referrals.
• Performs Medicaid screenings for the NHP and assists with Safety Net applications.
• Monitors quality and appropriateness of social services on inpatient units.
• Conducts bio-psycho-social assessments and formulates measurable goals.
• Participates in utilization management and completes required documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Enloe Health Rehabilitation Center is a 40-bed acute rehabilitation unit dedicated to helping patients who are recovering from various injuries or illnesses. In partnership with Lifepoint Rehabilitation, this facility provides 24 hours of nursing care and intensive inpatient therapy to deliver outstanding experiences and quality outcomes for all of the patients we serve.

Responsibilities

• Interviews and assesses patients and/or patients' families, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
• Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services or interventions.
• Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with the 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 the NHP.
• Assists patients with Safety Net applications when needed.
• Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of social services on inpatient behavioral health units 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 and individual therapy to treat the patient and assist families.
• Participates in utilization management activities as needed to ensure proper payment for services.
• Completes required documentation within required time frames.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Master\'s degree required
• Licenses: State of Michigan Licensed Master\'s Social Worker (LMSW)
• Certifications: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP); Crisis Intervention Training (within 90 days of hire/transfer)
• 2 years related experience
• 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

Pay

Pay wage: $32.64-$59.16

Benefits & Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• 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: Tuition assistance for higher education and certifications, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including gym memberships, virtual care, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

About Lifepoint Health

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care, with 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.