Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers 476 beds and a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.As a Case Management Social Worker, you will be coordinating the care and services of select patients. You will be conducting detailed psychosocial assessments with community resources and supportive counseling. Your primary duties will include:
Offering crisis interventions to patients and families with psychosocial needs and facilitates care for high-risk patients.
Communicating and managing all aspects of discharge planning for patients.
Educating the patient, family, and physician regarding post-acute options and addressing freedom of choice and financial concerns.
Meeting and adhering to core social work competencies and regulations.
Advocating for both patient and family by providing intervention in cases involving abuse of any kind.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Currently has a state licensure as a Social Worker and AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
Shows strong critical thinking skills and decisive judgement under minimal supervision.
Works well in a close-knit teambuilding environment.
Can be open to new ideas and changes in the work department.
Shows empathy and care in a patient-centered environment.
This position is part-time and will work 32 hours one week and 24 hours the following week. It will require working every Monday and Friday, while the remaining 1-2 days/week are flexible.At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.Responsibilities:
Assesses patient and family's psychosocial risk factors through evaluation of prior functioning levels, appropriateness and adequacy of support systems, reaction to illness and ability to cope.
Assesses patient and family's financial, social, emotional, educational and environmental resources and identifies needs based on patient's current medical condition.
Develops an individualized plan of care based on the findings of the assessment and needs of the patient and family/caregiver as related to the patients medical condition.
Participates in Discharge planning activities for complex patients in order to ensure a timely discharge and to provide appropriate linkage with post-discharge care providers.
Other duties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) from an accrediated school of Social Work, Master's in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
Possesses knowledge of and practices in accordance with the NASW Code of Ethics.
Certifications:
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the current State.Social Worker or Case Management Certification (CCM) preferred within one year of eligibility.Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) must be presented upon hire.
Work Experience:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in healthcare system to include exposure to and experience in pre acute and post-acute care preferred.Hospital Social Work experience preferredKnowledge of community resources preferred.Excellent communication and negotiation skills necessary to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams.
Must be flexible, open-minded and adaptable to change.
Physical Requirements:
Requires normal or corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
Ability to work with physical records, such as retrieving and filing. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.
Requires normal or corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
In some locations ability to lift up to 10 pounds
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