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Fee for Service Visit Rates: $65 per visit.

Orientation Daily Rates: $165 per day.

MJHS is a large not-for-profit health system in the Greater New York area. Our range of health services include home care, hospice and palliative care for adults and children, rehabilitation and nursing care at Menorah and Isabella Centers, and the research based MJHS Institute for Innovation and Palliative Care. We also offer Elderplan/HomeFirst: health plans for Medicare and dual-eligible individuals. As a not-for-profit organization, many of our programs and services are made possible through the generosity of grateful families, corporate donors and grants, as well as our own employees.

At MJHS, quality care is our mission. We are committed to creating a workforce as diverse as our community. We have a great culture; we offer great benefits that include a work/life balance and competitive rates.

MJHS attracts individuals who see their work as a calling as well as a job. Professionals in every job category have stated that they appreciate being left to make their own decisions, are encouraged to voice their opinions, and are given the necessary breathing room to do their work with minimal supervision. Yet, at the same time, they feel that management and their co-workers are solidly behind them and readily accessible.

Position will cover Brooklyn and Queens regions.

MJHS Home Care provides advanced clinical services and emotional support to patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery. With a comprehensive range of services supported by an integrated health system, patients can recover in the familiar surroundings of their home.

• Assesses patient psycho-social issues to ensure adequate delivery of home care services in order to meet agency goals and required objectives
• Obtains psycho-social history and conducts evaluation and assessment of patient including adequacy of patient support system
• Provides supportive counseling in regards to emotional, psychological and concrete needs including discharge planning
• Interprets and provides information about available benefits, entitlements and community programs to patients and family
• Counsels patients and receommends community based resources regarding their psycho-social needs

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• New York State Social Work License required (LMSW or LCSW)
• Knowledge of the operations of community-based health and social services programs, concrete services and government entitlements required
• Home Care experience preferred
• Driver license and car required

Fee for Service Visit Rates: $65 per visit.

Orientation Daily Rates: $165 per day.

MJHS is a large not-for-profit health system in the Greater New York area. Our range of health services include home care, hospice and palliative care for adults and children, rehabilitation and nursing care at Menorah and Isabella Centers, and the research based MJHS Institute for Innovation and Palliative Care. We also offer Elderplan/HomeFirst: health plans for Medicare and dual-eligible individuals. As a not-for-profit organization, many of our programs and services are made possible through the generosity of grateful families, corporate donors and grants, as well as our own employees.

At MJHS, quality care is our mission. We are committed to creating a workforce as diverse as our community. We have a great culture; we offer great benefits that include a work/life balance and competitive rates.

MJHS attracts individuals who see their work as a calling as well as a job. Professionals in every job category have stated that they appreciate being left to make their own decisions, are encouraged to voice their opinions, and are given the necessary breathing room to do their work with minimal supervision. Yet, at the same time, they feel that management and their co-workers are solidly behind them and readily accessible.

Position will cover Brooklyn and Queens regions.

MJHS Home Care provides advanced clinical services and emotional support to patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery. With a comprehensive range of services supported by an integrated health system, patients can recover in the familiar surroundings of their home.

• Assesses patient psycho-social issues to ensure adequate delivery of home care services in order to meet agency goals and required objectives
• Obtains psycho-social history and conducts evaluation and assessment of patient including adequacy of patient support system
• Provides supportive counseling in regards to emotional, psychological and concrete needs including discharge planning
• Interprets and provides information about available benefits, entitlements and community programs to patients and family
• Counsels patients and receommends community based resources regarding their psycho-social needs

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• New York State Social Work License required (LMSW or LCSW)
• Knowledge of the operations of community-based health and social services programs, concrete services and government entitlements required
• Home Care experience preferred
• Driver license and car required

• Assesses patient psycho-social issues to ensure adequate delivery of home care services in order to meet agency goals and required objectives
• Obtains psycho-social history and conducts evaluation and assessment of patient including adequacy of patient support system
• Provides supportive counseling in regards to emotional, psychological and concrete needs including discharge planning
• Interprets and provides information about available benefits, entitlements and community programs to patients and family
• Counsels patients and receommends community based resources regarding their psycho-social needs

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• New York State Social Work License required (LMSW or LCSW)
• Knowledge of the operations of community-based health and social services programs, concrete services and government entitlements required
• Home Care experience preferred
• Driver license and car required

• Assesses patient psycho-social issues to ensure adequate delivery of home care services in order to meet agency goals and required objectives
• Obtains psycho-social history and conducts evaluation and assessment of patient including adequacy of patient support system
• Provides supportive counseling in regards to emotional, psychological and concrete needs including discharge planning
• Interprets and provides information about available benefits, entitlements and community programs to patients and family
• Counsels patients and receommends community based resources regarding their psycho-social needs

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• New York State Social Work License required (LMSW or LCSW)
• Knowledge of the operations of community-based health and social services programs, concrete services and government entitlements required
• Home Care experience preferred
• Driver license and car required

Fee for Service Visit Rates: $65 per visit.

Orientation Daily Rates: $165 per day.

MJHS is a large not-for-profit health system in the Greater New York area. Our range of health services include home care, hospice and palliative care for adults and children, rehabilitation and nursing care at Menorah and Isabella Centers, and the research based MJHS Institute for Innovation and Palliative Care. We also offer Elderplan/HomeFirst: health plans for Medicare and dual-eligible individuals. As a not-for-profit organization, many of our programs and services are made possible through the generosity of grateful families, corporate donors and grants, as well as our own employees.

At MJHS, quality care is our mission. We are committed to creating a workforce as diverse as our community. We have a great culture; we offer great benefits that include a work/life balance and competitive rates.

MJHS attracts individuals who see their work as a calling as well as a job. Professionals in every job category have stated that they appreciate being left to make their own decisions, are encouraged to voice their opinions, and are given the necessary breathing room to do their work with minimal supervision. Yet, at the same time, they feel that management and their co-workers are solidly behind them and readily accessible.

Position will cover Brooklyn and Queens regions.

MJHS Home Care provides advanced clinical services and emotional support to patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery. With a comprehensive range of services supported by an integrated health system, patients can recover in the familiar surroundings of their home.

• Assesses patient psycho-social issues to ensure adequate delivery of home care services in order to meet agency goals and required objectives
• Obtains psycho-social history and conducts evaluation and assessment of patient including adequacy of patient support system
• Provides supportive counseling in regards to emotional, psychological and concrete needs including discharge planning
• Interprets and provides information about available benefits, entitlements and community programs to patients and family
• Counsels patients and receommends community based resources regarding their psycho-social needs

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• New York State Social Work License required (LMSW or LCSW)
• Knowledge of the operations of community-based health and social services programs, concrete services and government entitlements required
• Home Care experience preferred
• Driver license and car required

Job Description:

Job Specifics

• Pay Range: $29.14 - $4.94 Exempt
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• FTE: Full time
• Shift: 8:30am-5pm, 40 hours, Monday - Friday.
• Click learn about additional Intermountain benefits. 

Job Essentials

• Organize and prioritize daily work by reviewing new, current, and discharging patient needs in area(s) of responsibility. Complete documentation as required.
• Gather psycho-social information for patients and caregivers.
• Educate, communicate, and coordinate with multiple patient care teams and outside agencies as necessary to ensure the patient receives quality care, a timely intake and discharge, and to identify and resolve delays and issues.
• Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients and families, where appropriate, to ensure effective communication with multidisciplinary care team, outside agencies and other resources as necessary.
• May provide initial intake, crisis intervention, and adjustment to illness counselingservices as well as appropriate referrals to treatment and/or resources.
• May identify patients at risk for potential avoidable delays, extended stay, readmission, financial or complex discharge needs. Coordinate with care providers and leaders to reach optimal solutions.
• May maintain an active role in denial prevention. Proactively intervene with payers to prevent inpatient denials. Communicate any necessary information to payers to help appeal existing denials.
• May coordinate the discharge planning process from patient admission to departure. Screen for and identify patient needs, develop a discharge plan, and coordinate with internal and external services for care during and after the hospital stay.
• Provide support and education to patients, families and staff members on Advance Directives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Current state licensure as a Social Services Worker.
• Computer skills (email, word processing, and spreadsheets).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with in a healthcare setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Hearing/Listening, Manual Dexterity, Seeing, Sitting, Speaking.

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self care, independence and well being. Assist with providing medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well being of each resident is attained or maintained. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. Provide information to residents/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Work with emotional problems including assisting resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care. Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social treatment. Meet with department personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assists in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Assist in the development of and participate in regularly scheduled orientation and in service training programs in relation to the social, emotional and medical needs of the residents. Assist in the development of the department's budget. Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information. Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisor responsibilities Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. Prior health care experience preferred Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self care, independence and well being. Assist with providing medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well being of each resident is attained or maintained. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. Provide information to residents/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Work with emotional problems including assisting resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care. Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social treatment. Meet with department personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assists in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Assist in the development of and participate in regularly scheduled orientation and in service training programs in relation to the social, emotional and medical needs of the residents. Assist in the development of the department's budget. Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information. Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisor responsibilities Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. Prior health care experience preferred Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.