Clinical Social Worker LCSW
The posted compensation range of $57.07 - $64.57 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County for more than 50 years. It is one of the area’s largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the community’s well-being our staff and volunteers provide excellence in care for our patients each year. Mercy San Juan Medical Center has received recognition for being a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery along with Certificates of Excellence in Perinatal Care Hip- and Knee- Replacement.
Responsibilities
- Performs psycho-emotional-social/environmental assessments on patients
- Formulates plans for patients with social, emotional, and resource needs
- Provides interventions and counsels patients and families for emotional, social and resource issues
- Serves as the professional on the multi-disciplinary team that advocates for patient's perspective in planning for care
- Maintains current clinical training and skills to provide competent care to: - Disadvantaged, Disenfranchised and Vulnerable Patient's and Families - Critically Ill - Traumatically Injured - Terminally Ill - End of Life situations - Maternal and Infant - Mentally Ill - Substance Abuse Issues
- Manages caseload with timely response to referrals and high risk screening
- Participates with RN Care Coordinator in developing optimal transition planning for patients following discharge.
- Documents assessments and interventions in the medical record and/or care plan, in a clear, articulate manner and includes all information pertinent to the patient's disposition within the required timeframe.
- Participates as part of the interdisciplinary team in patient care conferences and provides consultation to staff regarding psychosocial issues affecting patients' care and post-hospital situation.
- Mobilizes resources to effect rapid and timely movement of the patient through the system and promotes timely and safe post-hospital care.
- Assists patients/families in accessing services such as housing, personal care attendants, government entitlement programs, etc., to maximize potential for health maintenance post discharge
- Makes referrals to appropriate community agencies to ensure complete and appropriate transitions of care post discharge. Develops and maintains a professional relationship with community health, welfare and social agencies.
- Identifies, assesses and participates in transition planning for patients who are at risk for readmission
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft
- Adoption Assistance
- Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and/or dependent adults
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Retirement Programs
- Wellness Programs
Qualifications
Experience:
At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience required.
Education:
Master's Degree from a School of Social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
Licensure:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California.
Special Skills:
Excellent customer service and presentation skills are a must. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks or projects effectively Ability to work independently as needed with a high degree of detail orientation. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
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