Social Worker Part-Time Days

Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Ontario
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.Saint Alphonsus Medical Center in Baker City is seeking to hire a Part-Time Social Worker.Working under the direction of the Health Resource Center Manager you will deliver assessment, coordination, intervention and follow up planning for high risk patients presenting to the Emergency Department. Your goal will be to improve care outcomes with a focus on promoting wellness and efficient utilization of health services through developing a relationship with patients prior to their discharge.In addition, you will serve as a communication link between patients, nurses, physicians, families, significant others, ancillary departments, extended care facilities, community resources and insurance companies. You will conduct screenings and assessments that address barriers patients encountered while seeking routine primary care. Working with a patient resource nurse, a Personal Pathway to Health plan will be developed that will guide and transition the patient into wellness and long-term health maintenance with a primary care provider. Finally, you will also collaborate with inpatient care coordination to assist in the prevention of re-admissions and increased compliance with Saint Alphonsus Health System value-based purchasing initiatives.GENERAL REQUIREMENTSEducation:

• MSW (Masters in Social Work) requiredLicensure:
  • LCSW or LMSW license required for Idaho and Oregon in accordance with the Non-Clinical Social Work RegulationsExperience:
    • Minimum 2 years social work experience dealing with coordination, consultation, and facilitation of community resources specifically related to chronic conditions with co-morbidities
    • Experience in addiction services, mental health, or population health management desiredOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion -Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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