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Licensed Clinician, Senior (ABA Case Manager)
Buena Park, California
Blue Shield of California
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Your Role
Reporting to the Manager, Care Management- Behavioral Health, the Licensed Clinician, Senior (ABA Case Manager) helps members with behavioral health needs navigate the health care system for linkages to behavioral health providers, treatment, and programs. This role is ideal for professionals with a background and experience in Applied Behavioral Analysis and passion for ensuring access to high quality behavioral health services. The ABA Case Manager will coordinate care and services for families, supporting members and families through their care. The ABA Case Manager will offer support in assessing members’ emotional and psychological well-being and providing resource coordination, crisis intervention, and with any general behavioral or mental health referrals. The position requires an intensive focus on crisis intervention and counseling, problem-solving and conflict resolution, patient and family management, interdisciplinary collaboration, psychosocial assessments, education, advocacy, and community resource linkages.
Your Work
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate with other Case Managers and Utilization Management to complete member assessments related to social and resource needs to support member access to services
- Collaborate with service coordination staff and act as liaison to ensure a timely and accurate response to member needs
- Collaborate with providers to support members’ treatment plan and care needs
- Recognize the client’s right to self-determination as it relates to the ethical principle of autonomy, including the client/family's right to make informed choices that may not promote the best outcomes, as determined by the healthcare team
- Assess members health behaviors, cultural influences and clients belief/value system and evaluates all information related to current/proposed treatment plan and in accordance with clinical practice guidelines to identify potential barriers
- Efficiently manages and maintains a caseload of members for behavioral health care coordination and or BH case management for persons experiencing severe and persistent mental illness as well as members seeking and utilizing ABA services.
- Maintains an active workload in accordance with National Care Manager performance standards.
- Provides information to members and providers regarding mental health and substance abuse benefits, community treatment resources, mental health managed care programs, and company policies and procedures, and criteria.
- Interacts with Utilization department and Physician Advisors to discuss clinical questions and concerns regarding specific cases.
- Coordinates services with state and community programs on behalf of the member, particularly when the member is unable to effectively do so independently
- As a mandated reporter, files and follows-up on reports made to the appropriate government agency (e.g., Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, etc.)
- Actively participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings and case consultations with Licensed Manager.)
Your Knowledge and Experience
- Current unrestricted CA License (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, Registered Nurse (RN), or PsyD by the Board of Behavioral Health Sciences required
- Requires at least 5 years of prior relevant experience including 3 years of experience in behavioral health or ABA, case management.
- Advanced degree commensurate with field is preferred
- BCBA Preferred
- Experience conducting thorough psychosocial assessments, developing care plans and providing necessary interventions identified during assessment with complex client populations that may have, among other things, inadequate coping skills, severe emotional disorders, developmental disabilities, mental illnesses, and/or unstable housing
- Considerable knowledge of a wide range of psychosocial challenges and familiarity with behavioral health diagnoses and treatment
- Previous health plan or insurance experience preferred.
- Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
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Social services asst
92663 Newport Beach, California
Crystal Cove Care Center
Posted 23 days ago
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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.
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Social Services Assistant- Full Time
90048 Los Angeles, California
Beverly Hills Rehabilitation Centre
Posted 22 days ago
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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.
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Social services assistant- Full time
91733 South El Monte, California
Valley View Post Acute
Posted 23 days ago
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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.
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Clinical Social Worker
90806 Long Beach, California
Dignity Health
Posted today
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**Responsibilities**
***Sign-On Bonus! We are offering to qualified and experienced candidates a sign-on bonus not to exceed 10% of salary for this position.***
The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social and resource issues that impact individual patients, families and at risk populations. Clinical Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community. The functions of the Clinical Social Worker includes crisis intervention, patient /family intervention, high risk screening, brief counseling, referring for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, assist in post acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high risk patients are identified. The Clinical Social Worker establishes and maintains professional relationships with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, county agencies, community resources, patients and families. The position will be required to serve on hospital committees and take part in developing and presenting in-services to Hospital staff.
**Qualifications**
+ At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
+ Master's Degree from a School of SOcial Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
+ BLS- Basic Life Support
+ Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse, neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations.
+ SSDI, SDI, and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
+ Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22.
+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
**Overview**
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
One Community. One Mission. One California ( Range**
$40.85 - $48.56 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
***Sign-On Bonus! We are offering to qualified and experienced candidates a sign-on bonus not to exceed 10% of salary for this position.***
The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social and resource issues that impact individual patients, families and at risk populations. Clinical Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community. The functions of the Clinical Social Worker includes crisis intervention, patient /family intervention, high risk screening, brief counseling, referring for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, assist in post acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high risk patients are identified. The Clinical Social Worker establishes and maintains professional relationships with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, county agencies, community resources, patients and families. The position will be required to serve on hospital committees and take part in developing and presenting in-services to Hospital staff.
**Qualifications**
+ At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
+ Master's Degree from a School of SOcial Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
+ BLS- Basic Life Support
+ Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse, neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations.
+ SSDI, SDI, and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
+ Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22.
+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
**Overview**
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
One Community. One Mission. One California ( Range**
$40.85 - $48.56 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Clinical Social Worker
90806 Long Beach, California
Dignity Health
Posted today
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Job Description
**Responsibilities**
***Sign-On Bonus! We are offering to qualified and experienced candidates a sign-on bonus not to exceed 10% of salary for this position.***
The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social and resource issues that impact individual patients, families and at risk populations. Clinical Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community. The functions of the Clinical Social Worker includes crisis intervention, patient /family intervention, high risk screening, brief counseling, referring for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, assist in post acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high risk patients are identified. The Clinical Social Worker establishes and maintains professional relationships with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, county agencies, community resources, patients and families. The position will be required to serve on hospital committees and take part in developing and presenting in-services to Hospital staff.
**Qualifications**
+ At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
+ Master's Degree from a School of SOcial Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
+ BLS- Basic Life Support
+ Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse, neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations.
+ SSDI, SDI, and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
+ Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22.
+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
**Overview**
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
One Community. One Mission. One California ( Range**
$40.85 - $48.56 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
***Sign-On Bonus! We are offering to qualified and experienced candidates a sign-on bonus not to exceed 10% of salary for this position.***
The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social and resource issues that impact individual patients, families and at risk populations. Clinical Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community. The functions of the Clinical Social Worker includes crisis intervention, patient /family intervention, high risk screening, brief counseling, referring for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, assist in post acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high risk patients are identified. The Clinical Social Worker establishes and maintains professional relationships with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, county agencies, community resources, patients and families. The position will be required to serve on hospital committees and take part in developing and presenting in-services to Hospital staff.
**Qualifications**
+ At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
+ Master's Degree from a School of SOcial Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
+ BLS- Basic Life Support
+ Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse, neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations.
+ SSDI, SDI, and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
+ Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22.
+ Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
**Overview**
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
One Community. One Mission. One California ( Range**
$40.85 - $48.56 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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MSW Social Worker
90509 Torrance, California
UnitedHealth Group
Posted today
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For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**
Social workers are responsible for providing social work services to patients and families. They function as a member of the departmental team which includes educating the patient, family and members of the healthcare team regarding benefits, community resources, referrals for counseling and other pertinent information. Social workers are also responsible for triaging referrals and collaborating on cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. In addition, social workers must be able to assist the patient in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient.
This is a hybrid position and candidates must be willing to travel to our office locations, clinics and/or contracted locations occasionally.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Assesses patient and family psychosocial needs and develops plan of care in concert with patient, physicians, nurses, HAs, other members of the departmental team and works in collaboration with other departments/programs such SCC/PAL, CAL AIM, ECM, MOC/SNP, CARE +, regional, SNFs, HIHR, Readmissions, Welcome Wagon, and Psych TOC
+ Works in collaboration with CDOs Legacy Apple Care, NAMM, EPIC, Monarch
+ Links patients/family to appropriate community resources including but not limited to, information/referral to sources of financial assistance, transportation, support groups, and other community services
+ Provide inpatient support, facilitate discharge planning, and assist in the post-discharge phase. They also play a crucial role in recommending Doc to Doc consults for members exceeding the appropriate length of stay and monitoring the days of admission for conversion to administrative days
+ Apply brief solution-based therapy approaches and Implement harm reduction strategies when appropriate
+ Documents patient/family status, diagnosis, treatment plan, goals, and interventions, evaluation results, observations and progress in medical record
+ Serves as patient advocate and liaison with physicians, families, insurance company, community agencies and others as needed to ensure continuity of care
+ Provides discharge planning based on meeting identified goals of the treatment plan
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
**Required Qualification:**
+ Master's degree in social work (MSW), Psychology, counseling or equivalent human services graduate degree
+ 2+ years of experience in a medical setting as a social worker
+ Knowledge in medical terminology
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in a skilled nursing facility or palliative care
+ Experience in multi-disciplinary setting
+ Experience in managed care
+ Case management experience
+ I understand Clinical licensure is not a requirement on this position. This position does not offer hours towards obtaining my clinical licensure
The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
Social workers are responsible for providing social work services to patients and families. They function as a member of the departmental team which includes educating the patient, family and members of the healthcare team regarding benefits, community resources, referrals for counseling and other pertinent information. Social workers are also responsible for triaging referrals and collaborating on cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. In addition, social workers must be able to assist the patient in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient.
This is a hybrid position and candidates must be willing to travel to our office locations, clinics and/or contracted locations occasionally.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Assesses patient and family psychosocial needs and develops plan of care in concert with patient, physicians, nurses, HAs, other members of the departmental team and works in collaboration with other departments/programs such SCC/PAL, CAL AIM, ECM, MOC/SNP, CARE +, regional, SNFs, HIHR, Readmissions, Welcome Wagon, and Psych TOC
+ Works in collaboration with CDOs Legacy Apple Care, NAMM, EPIC, Monarch
+ Links patients/family to appropriate community resources including but not limited to, information/referral to sources of financial assistance, transportation, support groups, and other community services
+ Provide inpatient support, facilitate discharge planning, and assist in the post-discharge phase. They also play a crucial role in recommending Doc to Doc consults for members exceeding the appropriate length of stay and monitoring the days of admission for conversion to administrative days
+ Apply brief solution-based therapy approaches and Implement harm reduction strategies when appropriate
+ Documents patient/family status, diagnosis, treatment plan, goals, and interventions, evaluation results, observations and progress in medical record
+ Serves as patient advocate and liaison with physicians, families, insurance company, community agencies and others as needed to ensure continuity of care
+ Provides discharge planning based on meeting identified goals of the treatment plan
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
**Required Qualification:**
+ Master's degree in social work (MSW), Psychology, counseling or equivalent human services graduate degree
+ 2+ years of experience in a medical setting as a social worker
+ Knowledge in medical terminology
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in a skilled nursing facility or palliative care
+ Experience in multi-disciplinary setting
+ Experience in managed care
+ Case management experience
+ I understand Clinical licensure is not a requirement on this position. This position does not offer hours towards obtaining my clinical licensure
The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
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Licensed Social Worker
92627 Costa Mesa, California
UnitedHealth Group
Posted today
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**
Social workers are responsible for providing social work services to patients and families. They function as a member of the departmental team which includes educating the patient, family and members of the healthcare team regarding benefits, community resources, referrals for counseling and other pertinent information.
Social workers are also responsible for triaging referrals and collaborating on cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. In addition, social workers must be able to assist the patient in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient.
This is a hybrid position and candidates must be willing to travel to our office locations, clinics and/or contracted locations occasionally.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Department: Women's Health
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Assesses patient and family psychosocial needs and develops plan of care in concert with patient, physicians, nurses, HAs, other members of the departmental team and works in collaboration with other departments/programs
+ Links patients/family to appropriate community resources including but not limited to, information/referral to sources of financial assistance, transportation, support groups, and other community services
+ Provide inpatient support, facilitate discharge planning, and assist in the post-discharge phase. They also play a crucial role in recommending Doc to Doc consults for members exceeding the appropriate length of stay and monitoring the days of admission for conversion to administrative days
+ Apply brief solution-based therapy approaches and Implement harm reduction strategies when appropriate
+ Documents patient/family status, diagnosis, treatment plan, goals, and interventions, evaluation results, observations and progress in medical record
+ Serves as patient advocate and liaison with physicians, families, insurance company, community agencies and others as needed to ensure continuity of care
+ Provides discharge planning based on meeting identified goals of the treatment plan
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Masters degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, counseling or equivalent human services graduate degree
+ LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) in CA
+ 2+ years of experience in a Social Work related role
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in working with families and children
+ Case management experience
+ Experience in managed care
The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
Social workers are responsible for providing social work services to patients and families. They function as a member of the departmental team which includes educating the patient, family and members of the healthcare team regarding benefits, community resources, referrals for counseling and other pertinent information.
Social workers are also responsible for triaging referrals and collaborating on cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. In addition, social workers must be able to assist the patient in a sensitive and supportive manner, while acting as an advocate on behalf of the patient.
This is a hybrid position and candidates must be willing to travel to our office locations, clinics and/or contracted locations occasionally.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Department: Women's Health
**Primary Responsibilities:**
+ Assesses patient and family psychosocial needs and develops plan of care in concert with patient, physicians, nurses, HAs, other members of the departmental team and works in collaboration with other departments/programs
+ Links patients/family to appropriate community resources including but not limited to, information/referral to sources of financial assistance, transportation, support groups, and other community services
+ Provide inpatient support, facilitate discharge planning, and assist in the post-discharge phase. They also play a crucial role in recommending Doc to Doc consults for members exceeding the appropriate length of stay and monitoring the days of admission for conversion to administrative days
+ Apply brief solution-based therapy approaches and Implement harm reduction strategies when appropriate
+ Documents patient/family status, diagnosis, treatment plan, goals, and interventions, evaluation results, observations and progress in medical record
+ Serves as patient advocate and liaison with physicians, families, insurance company, community agencies and others as needed to ensure continuity of care
+ Provides discharge planning based on meeting identified goals of the treatment plan
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Masters degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, counseling or equivalent human services graduate degree
+ LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) in CA
+ 2+ years of experience in a Social Work related role
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in working with families and children
+ Case management experience
+ Experience in managed care
The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
_At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._
_UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations._
_UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._
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Psychiatric Social Worker - PD
90241 Downey, California
Kaiser Permanente
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Job Summary:
The Psychiatric Social Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The Psychiatric Social Worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. The majority of the position will be spent in direct patient care.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Competencies:
+ Timely and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment intervention of members.
+ Appropriate selection of treatment modality to members presenting problem.
+ Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member and clinical staff.
+ Provides high internal and external customer/patient satisfaction.
+ Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies.
+ Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical encounters in members charts.
+ Is knowledgeable of KP and community resources.
+ Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patients clinical care and license.
+ Maintains license.
+ Conduct initial interview with Members by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints.
+ Determines urgency of members need.
+ Provides a professional interpretation of members presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality.
+ Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children.
+ Renders appropriate and immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services.
+ Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letter; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information.
+ Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, sociocultural determinants and community resources
+ Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals.
+ Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages.
+ Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group family & child therapy.
+ Complies with organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies and procedures.
+ Participates in QM & CQI activities.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum of two (2) years post graduate mental health therapy experience within the last five (5) years required.
Education
+ Master's degree in a Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or other field related to behavioral health required.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (California) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California)
+ National Provider Identifier
Additional Requirements:
+ Knowledge of and ability to utilize current DSM nomenclature required.
+ Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors.
Notes:
+ Per Diem position may cover any of the Downey Service Area Psychiatric Clinics.
+ Must be comfortable treating members across the lifespan.
+ Able to provide services utilizing various modalities (group, individual) utilizing EBT.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Psychiatric Social Worker - PD
LOCATION: Downey, California
REQNUMBER: 1344421
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
The Psychiatric Social Worker is a member of an interdisciplinary team who provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and psycho-education to members and/or family members. Must be familiar with all aspects of psychopathology and recognize the appropriate and timely clinical treatment intervention needed. The Psychiatric Social Worker may work with specific age group as is determined by training and certificate. Must be familiar with and have expertise in a variety of treatment modalities. The majority of the position will be spent in direct patient care.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Competencies:
+ Timely and appropriate assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment intervention of members.
+ Appropriate selection of treatment modality to members presenting problem.
+ Is an effective communicator of clinical material to member and clinical staff.
+ Provides high internal and external customer/patient satisfaction.
+ Demonstrates expertise in a variety of treatment methodologies.
+ Provides appropriate and timely documentation of clinical encounters in members charts.
+ Is knowledgeable of KP and community resources.
+ Adheres to all mandated guidelines for patients clinical care and license.
+ Maintains license.
+ Conduct initial interview with Members by eliciting and interpreting the psychological and social meaning of complaints.
+ Determines urgency of members need.
+ Provides a professional interpretation of members presentation and recommends a course of therapeutic action, selects appropriate treatment modality.
+ Provides treatment to adults, adolescents and children.
+ Renders appropriate and immediate guidance & therapy for members in crisis or in need of clinical services.
+ Maintains written record of therapy, prepares reports and letter; phones, writes and visits (with member permission) social agencies, schools relatives, friends to obtain pertinent information.
+ Provides clinical consultation in an integrated health care environment regarding family interactions, sociocultural determinants and community resources
+ Provides telephone assessment, counseling, resource information and referrals.
+ Proficient in identifying and treating the span of developmental stages.
+ Proficient in various treatment modalities including, but not limited to individual, group family & child therapy.
+ Complies with organizational, departmental, state/federal guidelines & all regulatory agency policies and procedures.
+ Participates in QM & CQI activities.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum of two (2) years post graduate mental health therapy experience within the last five (5) years required.
Education
+ Master's degree in a Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or other field related to behavioral health required.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (California) OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (California) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California)
+ National Provider Identifier
Additional Requirements:
+ Knowledge of and ability to utilize current DSM nomenclature required.
+ Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors.
Notes:
+ Per Diem position may cover any of the Downey Service Area Psychiatric Clinics.
+ Must be comfortable treating members across the lifespan.
+ Able to provide services utilizing various modalities (group, individual) utilizing EBT.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Psychiatric Social Worker - PD
LOCATION: Downey, California
REQNUMBER: 1344421
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Master Social Worker - MSW
90670 Santa Fe Springs, California
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.
Posted 13 days ago
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the Fresenius Kidney Care (FKC) commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Goals. This is an entry level MSW role.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling
- As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment.
- Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.
- Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
- Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.
- Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.
- Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
- Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
- Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education.
- Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.
- In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.
- Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.
- Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family.
- Quality
- Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.
- Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery.
- Patient Education
- Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient’s learning style, communication barriers, and needs.
- With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.
- Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.
- Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
- Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients’ representative to ensure patients’ understanding of the rights and expectations of them.
- Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.
- Patient Admission and Continuity of Care
- Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns.
- Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.
- The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership.
- Insurance and Financial Assistance
- Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance.
- In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).
- Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel.
- Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills
- Staff Related
- Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager.
- Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).
- Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed.
- Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff.
- Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :
- The physical demands and 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.
- Travel required (if multiple facilities or home visits, if applicable)
SUPERVISION:
- None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:
- Masters in Social Work
- Must have state required license
- Meets the applicable scope of practice board and licensure requirements in effect in the State in which they are employed
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS :
- 0 – 2 years’ related experience
"The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
Annual Rate: $71000 - $105000
Non-Bonus Eligible Positions: include language below.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
Bonus Eligible Positions – include language below.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance."
EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with pplicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
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Medical Social Worker III LCSW
90640 Montebello, California
Kaiser
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Job Summary:
The Medical Social Worker III provides assessments, coordination, and implementation/ evaluation of professional social services to patients and their families in order to aid them in coping with social, emotional, and economic difficulties related to medical problems or which predispose to illness.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws.
QUALITY OF CLINICAL SERVICES:
- Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings, documentation review, case presentations, staff and patient feedback and supervisory discussions.
- Performs a bio-psychosocial assessment interview with patient, family, and/or significant other according to department policy and standards.
- Provides appropriate crisis intervention/treatment to adults, children and families in emergent situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral and providing consultation to physicians and healthcare team.
- Provides a professional interpretation of patients condition (i.e., situation, affect, behavior and verbal content) and recommends appropriate psycho-social intervention(s) and/or treatment plan.
- Develops culturally sensitive assessment that reflects department standards and includes: reason for referral; source of referral; informant name; physical/medical issues; interpersonal and social relations; emotional/psychiatric/adjustment; issues including depression; role performance/social transition; community planning/resources/social transition; legal/protective issues (as indicated).
- Provides appropriate counseling services to patient and/or family based on clinical assessment and consistent with patients on-going medical condition/needs.
- Performs relevant patient and family advocacy services within KP and the community.
- Provides patient education on subjects related to psycho-social adjustments to medical illness, individually, in classes or groups.
- The Medical Social Worker III takes responsibility for implementation of social work knowledge and values, standards of practice and enhancement of professional skills as demonstrated by documentation reviews, case presentations, staff and patient feedback, supervisory discussions, and attendance at conferences/classes.
- Assessment demonstrates ability to interpret the social, emotional and behavioral problems/elements as they related to patients medical condition and treatment.
- Knowledge of availability of KP and community resources consistent with treatment goals.
- Utilizes professional knowledge in facilitating staff and other meetings.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and observes department policies and procedures.
- Utilizes formal and informal education opportunities to increase professional knowledge base as demonstrated by attendance at appropriate and approved programs/workshops/ in-services/etc.
- Demonstrates the integration of clinical social work theory into practice by appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge of bio-psychosocial development stages, personality development, human behavior, etc., to formulate assessment, direct treatment, and provide consultation and education to other team members.
li>The Medical Social Worker III provides quality services by assessing patient/family system needs then developing and implementing treatment plans in accordance with departmental and medical center policies.
NEONATES:
- Substance Abuse, Parent/Infant Bonding, Family Relationships, Safety, Developmental Milestones, Parental Coping/Acceptance, Birth/death.
PEDIATRICS:
- Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Safety, Legal, Parent/Guardian/Child Relationships, Developmental Milestones, Family Relationships, Peer Group, School/Academic Performance.
ADOLESCENT:
- Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Developmental Milestones, Family Relationships, Peer Group Relationships, Sexuality, Education.
ADULT:
- Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Adequacy of Self-Care, Developmental Milestones, Sexuality, Family Responsibilities.
GERIATRIC:
- Elder Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Adequacy Of Self Care, Support System, Developmental Milestones, Mental Status/Competency, Mortality.
EOL (End of Life Option):
- Regulatory data reporting, process coordination, assist Members/Physicians with California End of Life Option Act.
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work being performed by the individuals assigned to this position and as such are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
INTERDICIPLINARY FUNCTIONS:
- This is measured by staff feedback, observation by supervisor, QM evaluations, and written communications.
- Demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach, competent follow-up and communication of accurate information to team members.
- Assumes responsibility for patient, staff and system problems as indicated by requests for involvement.
- Demonstrates awareness of the Departments mission, scope and vision in the context of the Medical Centers structure.
- As measured by established standards, maintains good rapport with:
- Community.
- Physicians.
- Other health care team members.
- Educates physicians and staff regarding the role of the social worker and the importance of addressing bio-psychosocial issues for quality patient care and services.
li>Functions as an effective team member, consultant, and liaison to medical, nursing, ancillary staff, and to community agencies.
li>Peers and colleagues.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT:
- Utilizes supervision and consultation appropriately as indicated by regular attendance at supervisory/consultation sessions, identifying and discussing problem cases/situation with supervisor and seeking consultation with peers.
- Contributes and shares community resource with colleagues.
- Represents the Department in appropriate medical center and/or community committees.
- Identifies improvement opportunities for the department or work area and communicates ideas to supervisor.
- Participates in Quality Management activities based on member needs, organizational goals, and professional standards.
- Identifies and participates in the solution to system problems.
- Attends and occasionally facilitates staff/education meetings.
- Avoids unscheduled absences, arrives at work at scheduled times and takes action to avoid recurring absences.
- Plans and submits elected time off in advance.
- Exhibits standards of professional behavior in compliance with Regional Quality of Service Guidelines.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and/or family issues in accordance with the Medical Center policy and professionals standards.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with Fire & Safety, Disaster, Universal Precautions and Infectious Disease policy and procedures.
- Works in a self-directed manner as demonstrated by requesting assistance when clinical case or situation is beyond experience or abilities.
- May provide mentorship and/or clinical supervision for SW II, new worker or graduate student.
li>Demonstrates professional behavior and interventions are consistent with departmental policies and procedures, JCAHO, Title22, and NCQA legal mandates, professional standards, NASW, ABECSW, and other Medical Center Guidelines.
PRODUCTIVITY:
- Maintains patient access, and meets established standards for effectiveness and efficiency.
- Prioritizes, plans, and organizes workload need within assigned hours.
- Case finds and screens high-risk patients according to Department protocol.
- Spends at least 70% of time in direct service activity.
- Responds to referrals with departmentally delineated time frames.
- Completes and submits statistics in accordance with Departmental policies and procedures.
- Documents interventions in appropriate formats, legibly and within department time frames.
Disclaimer:
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work being performed by the individuals assigned to this position and as such are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum One (1) year experience working as a MSW in medical acute care setting or as part of a medical team.
- MSW Internships will be considered as part of experience.
- Medical Social Worker - End of Life Option: If position posted is for an End-of-Life role, experience requirement is: Minimum one (1) year of experience, within the last three (3) years, working as a MSW in end-of-life care and counseling.
Education
- Masters Degree in Social Work issued by a school accredited by the Counsel of Social Work Education.
License, Certification, Registration
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California)
Additional Requirements:
- Following language applies to End-of-Life Option positions only:
- Current CA Driver's License, clear driving record for the past two (2) years and proof of automobile insurance as required by law.
- Following language applies to Home Health, Hospice and Palliative positions only.
- Current CA Driver's License, clear driving record for the past two (2) years and proof of automobile insurance as required by law.
- One (1) year post master experience in Medical Social Work required.
- BLS Card required
Notes:
- Will cover the Inglewood Clinic which includes sickle cell clinic.
- Will cover other Social Work Responsibilities as needed.
PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,West Los Angeles Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 08:30 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B11-PSC|NUHW|NUHW Psych Social Chapter
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care
Department : West LA Medical Center - Social Services - 0806
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
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