Student Social Work Clinical Placement

16601 Altoona, Pennsylvania Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.

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PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The student intern supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.  The student intern functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed social worker in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). DUTIES / ACTIVITIES: An integral part of Social Work education that promotes students' identification with the purposes, values and ethics of the profession; fosters the integration of empirical and practice-based knowledge; and promotes the development of professional competence (CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards). A minimum number of required field education hours are established by the CSWE. The social worker student/intern may under direct guidance of a Licensed Social Worker: CUSTOMER SERVICES:
  • Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer services standards.
  • Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
  • Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
  • Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve, and follow up regarding customer services issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES RELATED TO PATIENT CARE: 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 FMS Ultra Care patient education programs, established social work theory and methods and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to resolve barriers and meet patient treatment goals.
  • Provides established outcomes driven psycho-educational counseling methods aimed at improving areas of need, treatment adherence, vocational/educational rehabilitation and/or quality of life.
  • Provides supportive and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.
  • 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.
  • Will provide general information about Do Not Resuscitate Orders and Advanced Directives.
  • Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.
  • Provides usual care and/or Social Work Intensive to address non-adherence and quality of life concerns for all patients.
  • Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy, including documentation.
Patient Education:
  • Assess 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 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, if delegated by Clinical Manager.
  • Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available.
  • Reviewed 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.
Insurance and Financial Assistance:
  • 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.
  • Understands FMCNA financial policies and procedures as they related to patient services. Collaborate with Financial Coordinators to educate patients about programs that may be available to assist with uncovered services, how to resolve billing concerns, and understand financial responsibilities. 
Staff Related:
  • Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources).
  • Develops and provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed. Trains staff in Ultra Care Programs as needed.
  • Other 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.  Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.  The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. EDUCATION: High School diploma or G.E.D.  EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: Preferred outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.  Possess the desire to deliver superior care to our patients and embrace Fresenius' mission and values. RELATIONSHIPS: The Intern cannot work under the supervision of a family member.  The Intern cannot care for a patient who is a family member. If an Intern's family member is a patient at the facility in which they work, the Intern will be scheduled to work on days the patient is not in the facility or will be assigned to another patient.  SUPERVISION: The Clinical Manager assigns and closely monitors all SW Intern assignments with direct supervision from a SWFI based on the agreed education plan. OTHER: Performs additional duties as assigned.

Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans
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Work From Home - Customer Service Associate

Altoona, Pennsylvania Higher Income Jobs

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Full and part time postions available. Flexible Hours. Hiring now with no experience required. Great benefits and promotions from within. Warehouse Order Puller picks and selects products, palletize products, shrink wrap and load trailers utilizing powered equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
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Amazon Customer Service - United States - Work From Home

Altoona, Pennsylvania Amazon

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This position is a work from home position. You will not need to come into the office. No Experience Needed. Benefits: Health Insurance, 401K, Vacation & PTO. (APPLY) An Amazon Customer Service Associate is a critical part of our mission to deliver timely, accurate and professional customer service to all Amazon customers. This vital position requires an action-oriented, flexible problem-solver who will assist customers in expediting orders and correcting post-sales problems. Associates communicate with customers primarily through phone and email and utilize a variety of software tools to navigate customer accounts, research and review policies and communicate effective solutions in a fun and fast-paced environment.
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Side Gig Work From Home - Supplemental Money For You!

16603 Altoona, Pennsylvania Gig Jobs

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Side Hustles � Flexible Work to Earn Extra Cash Looking to make extra money on the side? You don�t need to leave your full-time job to do it. With flexible side hustles, you can earn on your own schedule � nights, weekends, whenever it works for you. Opportunities include: Freelancing (writing, design, tech, etc.) Delivery driving or rideshare Online tutoring or teaching Selling products or crafts online Virtual assistant and remote admin roles Social media or content creation Why It Works: ? Set your own hours ? Work from anywhere ? No experience required for many gigs ? Turn hobbies and skills into income Whether you�re saving for something big or just want more breathing room in your budget, a side hustle can help you get there.

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Part Time Sales Reps - Paid Weekly - Work from Home

16601 Altoona, Pennsylvania Vector Marketing

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Permanent
Vector Marketing is currently interviewing for entry level sales rep positions. Basic responsibilities include working with customers one on one, selling our American made Cutco products, and writing up any orders. Reps are paid weekly by base or commission (whichever is higher) - $24.00 base-appt (not based on sales ore results) . There is an opportunity to make more, but there is still a fallback for the sales rep to make an income even if they have an off week.

Position Details:
  • No experience needed - we believe in building our people from the ground up and allowing them to expand on their natural abilities in order launch them into a successful career.
  • The product - we work with Cutco products that are used in the home focusing on the kitchen and some gardening tools as well.
  • Solid training - we've been training people to do well for over 40 years. Even if someone doesn't decide to stay with us long term, the sales & communication skills they build are needed for any field.
  • Flexible schedules - great for someone looking to work around their classes or supplement their current income.
  • Choice of location - sales reps work from home and locally after training. Meetings and training are usually held in the office.
  • Opportunity for Advancement - reps can move into career sales positions, even becoming a manger even if they only work part time.

Requirements:
  • Enjoy working with people
  • All ages 18+ or 17 and a 2025 high school graduate
  • Conditions apply
  • Able to start within the next seven to ten days

Who would do well:
People who have done well with us in the past have had experience in retail, fast food, cashier, stocked shelves in a warehouse or grocery store, barista, administrative assistant at an accounting or doctor's office, landscaping, and in just about any field you can imagine. We welcome all applicants who have a positive attitude and are willing to work hard and learn new things.

If you think you would be a great fit for our sales team, apply now and a receptionist will follow up with you about setting up a time to meet with a manager. We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age. We contact applicants based on a 1 st applied, 1 st considered basis, so don't delay!
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Survey Taker - Work Remote and Earn Up To $25 per

16603 Altoona, Pennsylvania Earn Haus

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We are urgently looking for people interested in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands. If you are a self-starter, looking for flexible hours throughout the week, this may be for you! Earn up to $25 per survey.
Share your opinion and help influence brand decisions on services and products you use every day.

What We Expect
  • Your honest opinion
  • Attention to details
  • Basic computer and internet skills
  • No experience required
To Qualify:
  • You must be 18+ years old
  • Have a desire to work from home
  • Looking to earn extra income
Requirements
  • Access to a computer or smartphone
  • Have high-speed internet access
  • Follow instructions
  • Basic reading and writing skills
  • Take at least 2 surveys per week
Benefits
  • Earn up to $5 per survey
  • Be your own boss
  • Work your own hours
  • Work from the comfort of your own home
  • Share your opinion to help shape better products and services
  • Get paid by: Check, Venmo, Paypal, and/or Giftcards

Online surveys are a great way to earn extra income as a side gig/hustle, part-time job or even as a full time job. Online surveys can pay up to 25 per completed survey. Online Survey takers come from all different backgrounds including sales, retail, managers, management, customer service, grocery, restaurant food cooks, servers, cashiers, admin and many more! There is absolutely no experience required, just your honest opinions!

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