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Clinic Based Social Worker - Des Moines, IA, United States - UnityPoint Health
Description
Overview:
We're seeking a Clinic-Based Social Worker to join our team As a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes professional social work knowledge and skills in the provision of services that support patient and family access to health care and address psychosocial factors that influence a patient's health. Work may require travel to other UPH facilities or patient homes. What are team member vaccine requirements? As part of keeping our communities safe and healthy, all team members must be vaccinated for influenza and Tdap, provide proof of immunity to MMR and varicella, and be tested for tuberculosis. New hires must submit proof of vaccination or an approved exemption to begin work. If you have questions, please contact a recruiter or ask at any time during the interview process. UPH strongly recommends that all team members receive the updated COVID-19 vaccine, and at this time, UnityPoint Health – Meriter requires Covid-19 vaccination or an approved exemption. Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team – We've been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
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Responsibilities:
Patient Care:
Performs psychosocial assessment of the patient to identify priority needs, strengths, patient preferences and barriers to care.
Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling to patients/families to support their ability to cope with the impact of health conditions.
Educates patient/family regarding Advanced Directives and facilitates/documents advanced care planning conversations with patients/surrogate decision makers including First Steps and IPOST/IPOLST.
Maintains comprehensive knowledge of community resources and acts as a liaison to refer patients/families to health and social services, health insurance, public assistance and other resources to meet patient identified needs.
Assists with planning for care transitions and collaborates with UPH, community services, and facilities to support patient safety and continuity of care.
Completes PASRR or other screening tools when appropriate for transition to another care provider.Documents assessments, interventions, and referrals in the electronic health record according to documentation standards
Education and Advocacy:
Serves as a patient/family advocate in support of patient confidentiality, informed consent, patient autonomy, and self-determination.
Assesses patient safety to identify possible abuse, neglect or other risks to safety.
Collaborates with the care team to address safety issues and files DHS reports and/or guides others in the process as mandated.
Provides information and support with guardianship and conservatorship issues.Supports culturally competent services and assists with arranging interpreter services as needed.
Provides education to the patient/family regarding available services and supports and assists the patient to access those they are eligible for.
Provides information and education to physician and other team members in understanding the psychosocial implications of illness and disease progression for the patient/family.
Participates in mentoring new employees and/or supervising social work interns as requestedCare Coordination:
Provides expertise and plays a key role with the care team in establishing patient-centered goals of care and identifying psychosocial and behavioral strengths and barriers.
Facilitates and/or participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to review and revise the patient plan of care.Facilitates patient/family meetings to enhance family support of the patient's care.
Collaborates with social workers and other professionals across the continuum and in the community to ensure continuity of care.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work
Experience:
Prefer one year clinical experience in health care. License(s)/Certification(s): Current licensure in good standing to practice in the state where services are provided (BSW)
Successfully complete Person-Centered Care course within 6 months of hire
Valid Mandatory Reporter course completion by state(s) requirement
Completion of First Steps (ACP) and IPOST/POLST training
Preferred:
LMSW or LISW Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of the social work process
Awareness and sensitivity to cultural diversity
Knowledge of the physiological elements of illness and impact on psychosocial functioning
Knowledge of the healthcare system and resources available to patients.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a collaborative team member
Knowledge of social determinants of Health
Strong verbal and written communication skills #System123
