Social Worker BSW​/LMSW

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Job Summary

The Social Worker, BSW is responsible for assisting patients with understanding how to utilize health care and social welfare resources to obtain optimal care.

Reports to:

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Job Specific Responsibilities

Assess the patient's ability to participate actively in their medical care post discharge.

Educate patients/family and refer them to appropriate community resources.

Remain up to date on resources available for patients/families.

Facilitate referrals and transfers to nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, rehab, and long-term acute care facilities. Coordinate transportation as needed.

Arrange for durable medical equipment, outpatient services, Home Health, and/or Hospice care as needed.

Complete high-risk screens and length of stay screens on the unit in accordance with DPP# 102.

Participate in huddles on the unit and other meetings as requested to identify patient needs at discharge.

Document in Allscripts/Cerner in a complete and timely manner.

Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services or related field.

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

LBSW/LMSW - Licensed Baccalaureate or Licensed Master Social Worker licensed in Texas by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners. Active temporary license acceptable if permanent license is obtained before expiration. Proof of passing examination score provided by the Association of Social Work Boards.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and prioritize workload.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with empathy and influence.

Interaction with Other Departments and Relationships

Requires interaction with medical staff and allied health partners.

Physical Capabilities

Visual and auditory acuity required. Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.

Environmental/Working Conditions

Indoor environment with possible temperature variations.

Direct Reports

N/A

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination on various bases. Accommodations during the hiring process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.

About Us

• Resilience program:
  Emotional, Physical, Spiritual, Financial, Career, Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (regionally unique)

UMC Vision, Mission, and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country

Mission: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high-quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training healthcare professionals of tomorrow.

Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety, Respect

About UMC

Magnet Designated, 501 licensed beds, 62 site locations, Region's only Level I Trauma Center, DNV accredited, primary teaching hospital for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly.

UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards

Culture: Service is Our Passion

Vision: The best place to work and receive healthcare.

Mission: To improve community quality of life through excellent patient experiences.

Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

35 practice locations, over 125 physicians and advanced providers, ranked as one of the best places to work in Texas, with an employee engagement score of 96%.

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