Social Worker, Varies, Per Diem

Summit Pacific Medical Center; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 46,039 - 67,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental (including Orthodontia)

Vision

Life Insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Wellness Program

On-site gym

Instructor led fitness classes

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Washington seeks a Social Worker to assess and provide support for patients' social and emotional needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams for discharge planning, and maintaining patient records. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Social Work and prefer two years of clinical experience. A LICSW license in Washington is preferred. Offers a competitive pay range and extensive benefits including medical, dental, and a generous retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school is required.
• Preferred two years of hospital or clinical experience.
• Licensed as a LICSW in Washington is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide support for the social and emotional needs of patients.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and referrals in Emergency Department.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams for patient discharge planning.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of social work and behavioral health theories

Ability to assess patient needs

Strong leadership and coaching skills

Professional written and verbal communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Job description

Pay Range (depending on Experience)

$33.42 - $49.30

Job Summary

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for assessing and providing support and intervention for the social and emotional needs of patients/residents and their families to promote continuity of care and services. Work includes conducting psychosocial assessments and interventions, mental health screens and referrals and discharge planning for Acute Care patients, Swing Bed residents and patients in Emergency Department.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with providers, nursing staff and CNA’s, therapy department, pharmacists, clinic case managers, community resources and agencies.
• Communicate patient needs to assist treatment team in advancing patients care and discharge goals. Develop discharge plan through collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
• Meet face to face with patients/families/patient representative to assist with discharge planning and cross continuum of care.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and mental health screens in Emergency Department and assist with appropriate referrals of care i.e., contacting community providers to establish continuity of care, referrals to Designated Crisis Response Team and/or facilitate In Patient Psychiatric Admissions.
• Collaborate with internal and external resources to facilitate a safe transition from hospital to another facility or home with appropriate services. Identifies discharge barriers and initiates action to resolve.
• Maintain timely documentation in patient/resident electronic record.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment: Engages others in understanding the reason for change and leads them to identify the path forward.
• Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintains strong working relationships and engenders trust and credibility through effective and professional interactions.
• Creates positive experiences for patients, customers, and co-workers.
• Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Participates in ongoing skills training, competency development, and professional development.
• Exhibits effective work skills: Successfully performs job duties in accordance with SPMC expectations for quality, quantity, and timeliness. Demonstrates initiative. Effectively adjusts to changing circumstances; prioritizes and manages workload to achieve desired results; remains focused and on track despite obstacles or interruptions.
• Facilitates Teamwork: Actively engages in team activities. Welcomes and supports new team members; promotes a positive work environment.
• Fosters an environment of trust: Maintains open & honest communication. Protects privacy & confidentiality. Follows through on commitments.
• Provides thoughtful and constructive input for strategic planning. Participates in departmental/functional strategies and tactics.

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work required.
• Two (2) years of recent hospital or clinical experience preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• Licensed as a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) in the State of Washington is preferred, will substitute license for 3 years of relevant hospital work experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of social work and behavioral health theories and practices. Demonstrates competence in clinical skills such that he/she is able to perform required tasks.
• Ability to assess patient needs and exercise independent judgment in managing and coordinating care.
• Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, caregivers, and patients. Strong leadership, facilitation, delegation, and coaching skills.
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment.
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Ability to work independently performing a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting less than 10 pounds is performed occasionally (10–30% of the time).
• Lifting 10–35 pounds is performed occasionally (10–30% of the time).
• Lifting greater than 35 pounds is performed occasionally (10–30% of the time).
• Carrying less than 10 pounds is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).
• Carrying 10–35 pounds is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).
• Carrying greater than 35 pounds is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).
• Pushing or pulling 0–35 pounds is performed occasionally (10–30% of the time).
• Sitting is performed frequently (30–70% of the time).
• Standing is performed frequently (30–70% of the time).
• Walking is performed constantly (over 70% of the time).
• Bending or stooping is performed occasionally (10–30% of the time).
• Crouching is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices.
• Hearing: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices.
• Speech: Within normal range, with or without corrective devices.

Fte

0

Work Shift

All non union, non exempt staff

Working Location

Elma, Washington

Benefits

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

Benefits Offered By SPMC

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Equal Opportunity Employer

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.

E-Verify

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.