Social Worker

Position Title:

Social Worker

Exemption Status:

Nonexempt

Job Classification:

Professional

Job Code:

Department:

HH-IH-LL

Reports to:

Director of Nursing

Job Summary:

Evaluates and assesses patient needs for social service assistance, planning and coordination of patient programs and acts as a liaison between the patient, hospital, Homecare, physician and community in the home care venue with appropriate linkage of community services/resources. Performs under minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

Acceptance and response to referrals from interdisciplinary health care team regarding clients who may require social services assistance.

Interviews patients and families in order to assess psychotherapy for patients and families.

Demonstrates self-motivation and initiative by developing and maintaining current information on community resources through attendance of continuing education and professional associations.

Completes documentation and paperwork, as required by Agency policies; following the physician’s Plan of Care for Medical Social Services.

Makes visits as scheduled.

Additional Responsibilities: List infrequently performed and non-essential tasks.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.

Participates actively in continuing education and inservices.

Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices.

Possesses adequate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: List the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Organizational skills
• Ability to supervise in accordance with Hospice’s policies and applicable laws
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Time management
• Cooperative attitude
• Advanced interpersonal communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math skills related to patient care
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Appropriate computer skills

Age-Related Competencies:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management:

Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.

Keeps abreast in changes in health care law.

Maintains Agency/program compliance with local, state and federal laws.

Additional Requirements:

NA

Minimum Position Qualifications: List the minimum qualifications required for this position.

For Home Health: Master’s degree.

1 year social work experience in a health care setting

NA

Current Missouri Social Work license with current certification to practice in Missouri; driver's license and proof of current auto liability insurance; no listing on the OIG Excluded Provider Listing.

Preferred Position Qualifications: List the preferred qualifications required for this position.

Experience: in health care setting

Environmental Conditions: Describe the work environment including risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other hazards. Moderate noise level; Category C BBP risk; moderate stress and emotional demands.

Physical Requirements:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.