What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caseworker - Per Diem position at Geisinger?
- Functions as a member of a professional team which provides evaluation and treatment for psychiatric patients including but not limited to: psychological assessment, crisis intervention, case management, patient advocacy, care coordination, and community outreach
- Provides input in treatment decisions; presents specific treatment plans for approval.
- Obtains information from patients and other appropriate sources upon which treatment recommendations are initiated, records all information in medical record.
- Involves patient, family and others as appropriate in delivery of care and treatment recommendations.
- Works with patient to determine goals to be achieved during course of treatment.
- Makes arrangements for the safe and expedient transfer of patients as required.
- Acts as a resource of information for Division members, patients, referral sources, etc.
- Assists with provider schedule maintenance.
- Sets up appointments, arranges for follow-up treatment as indicated.
- Strives to support quality patient care, patient satisfaction and to assist in the accomplishment of related goals.
- Assists with insurance verification and authorization procedures.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Hours: per diem- Days/Evenings as needed
Weekends and Holidays: possible
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences is required; BSW or MSW is strongly preferred
Union: Yes
