Social Worker, BSW

• Provides social work services to patients, their families and/or significant others through counseling, emotional support, assisting with environmental needs, crisis intervention, and group leadership.
• Complete a comprehensive assessment to develop a safe, realistic discharge plan of care appropriate for the patient, in consideration of psychosocial, emotional, and financial needs, and in collaboration with the care management team and documents in the electronic medical record.
• Assess changes in the physician’s plan of care and any impact on the discharge plan.
• Reviews discharge plan on an ongoing basis and communicates any changes to the appropriate party. Documents the discharge plan in the electronic medical record.
• Identifies potential problems with post-discharge care and/or initiates early referrals to promote proper utilization of hospital resources and timely transfer to the appropriate level of care.
• Explore and collaborate with resources within the hospital and community to meet defined patient needs and refers patients and/or families to resources including but not limited to income assistance programs, transportation services, meal assistance, etc.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Must possess current license as required by state board where services will be provided.
• Certified in Case Management (Preferred).
• Two (2) years' social work experience.

Demonstrates expertise in providing social work services, including comprehensive assessments, discharge planning, and crisis intervention. Collaborates effectively with care management teams and community resources to address patient needs and ensure continuity of care.