Medical Social Worker - Emergency department

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a  Social Worker for a Full Time position at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. Join the Care Management team in this .9 FTE Night shift position that will support the Emergency department.

Two levels of Social Worker positions, based upon degree and social worker licensure: 

• Clinical Social Worker - hourly compensation range is $35.67 - $53.50, hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience
• Medical Social Worker- hourly compensation range is $32.42 - $48.63, hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience

We offer you :

• A Hiring Bonus
  
• Relocation Assistance
• A comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date and includes three medical plan options, dental, vision, great retirement plan and PTO and much more!
  
• A community hospital with a caring and collaborative culture
• Supportive leadership

St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care medical center providing services to Cowlitz County and surrounding Oregon communities. The area’s sole community hospital and a Level III trauma center, we provide dozens of medical specialty services and programs including emergency, trauma, heart, behavioral health, bone and joint, cancer, birthing and women’s services. Located just 40 miles North of Portland, Oregon, the Longview-Kelso area offers the best of both worlds, a peaceful lifestyle and natural beauty of a family-orientated community of 60,000, with close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, Mountains, and the urban amenities of both Portland and Seattle.

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Position Details:

1. Screen and identify patients who need care management per high risk criteria.
2. Assess, develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive discharge plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and family. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to identify problems or needs that require special planning, intervention, teaching or follow-up.
3. Identify key problems, strengths, and resources to be addressed in the discharge plan of care. Coordinate and facilitate improved ability to comply with plan of treatment; counseling or support needed to cope with situation; improved ability to access appropriate level of care due to lack of financial resources or lack of available service.
4. Actively support measures that promote effective use of resources.
5. Identify, plan, and arrange for appropriate services applying a knowledge of services available in the community, state, and federal health regulations and admission, discharge, and appropriate level of care. Coordinate effective planning and arranging for needed services upon discharge.
6. Intervene by arranging services, education and providing psychosocial support to prepare the patient and their family to manage their healthcare needs within the acute care setting and post discharge.
7. Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and community resources when appropriate, regarding the multiple details of transitional care management plan. Consult with physician as indicated.
8. Works with patients identified and referred to them by RN Care Management and/or other members of the care team, as well as by patients/families.
9. Conducts evaluation to include appropriate documentation and the effectiveness of the Care Management services. Collaborates with team members to identify cause and adjust plan if patient’s health status is not improving.
10. May counsel patients and/or families to facilitate and/or participate in community care services, in coordination with the physician and treatment team. Works as an integral member of the treatment team in the coordination of treatment and transition of care planning. Assesses and addresses both mental health and chemical dependency conditions. May perform risk assessments for suicidality and homicidally.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or may consider the following :  Master’s degree in counseling or related field with a minimum of two years’ work experience in a medical or healthcare setting, social service agency, or community organization focusing on health and/or welfare issues.
• Must have WA State credential in order to practice, either Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration (CAAR) – applied for and received within 90 days of hire OR one of the other applicable Social Work, Therapist or Counselor licenses at the time of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at date of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community health, welfare, and social agencies.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in social work practice.
  

CLINCIAL SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW)
  
• A Washington State Social Worker Independent Clinical License required by date of hire 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at date of hire 
• Demonstrated knowledge of community health, welfare, and social agencies. 
• Demonstrated proficiency in social work practice. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Social work experience in a hospital setting

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including sensitivity to other cultures and ethnicities.
• Excellent skills in conceptual thinking, listening, problem resolution and planning.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications and electronic medical records.
• Knowledgeable about issues related to chronic illness, developmental disabilities, special needs, mental illness, grief and transition, substance abuse, domestic violence, child abuse and senior abuse.
• Good understanding and adherence to core social work values and ethics.

LONGVIEW PHYSICAL AND CONGNATIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires normal amounts of physical effort at least 66% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
• Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation.
• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.