What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker- Full Time position at Horn Memorial Hospital?
Full Time Social Worker
Seeking a full time Social Worker to work in the hospital. Social Worker will provide individualized services for patients/families social, emotional and economical needs in relation to the patient's plan of care and discharge plan. Position is Monday through Friday, office hours; with one day off every other week.
Key Responsibilities
Functions in the hospital, providing social services primarily for Med/Surg and Emergency Department but also responds as needed to other areas in the hospital.
Collaborates with physicians, nurses and other health care personnel to discuss the patient plan of care, therapeutic modifications, discharge planning and needs. Identifies patient/family goals and involves them in planning for discharge.
Provides basic intervention and counseling as required.
Collaborates with Case Manager RN for utilization review, acting as a liaison with insurance companies concerning patient reviews to coordinate services and payment as needed such as during absence of Case Manager RN.
Identifies and communicates recommendations for appropriate utilization of resources to medical staff, administration, and nursing staff.
Promotes interdisciplinary communication and documentation of the patient's plan of care.
Reviews discharge plan for all patients on a daily basis.
Helps coordinate transfers to other health care facilities.
Provides social services in Hospice after/when hospital social service needs are met.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, or a similar social science field. Masters Degree preferred. Social worker, or provisional license by the State Board of Examiners for Social Workers is needed and the ability to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license.
Experience:
Minimum of one year case work experience in a healthcare facility, a social service agency, or fieldwork. Able to obtain, verify, and evaluate general and statistical information from a variety of sources. Requires written and verbal communication, organizational and human relation skills. Ability to use computers.
Applicant must pass a background check, employer provided health assessment (including applicable vaccines) and provided drug screen before hiring. Position open until filled.
Along with offering a competitive salary, Horn Memorial Hospital provides a comprehensive benefit package including health, financial, professional growth, and support resources.
Health:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Health Plans
- Health Savings Account
- Free Vaccinations
- Reduced pharmacy
- Provisions for Leave of Absence
- Discounted Wellness Labs
- Ergonomic Evaluation
Financial:
- 401(k) Including Pre-Tax and Roth
- Immediate Employer Match and Immediate Full Vesting
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance AD&D
- Identity Theft Protection
- Paid Time Off Sell-Back
- Shift Differential and Unscheduled Weekend Differential
- Hospital discounts for self, spouse, and dependent children
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Free on-site financial advising from licensed professionals
Professional Growth:
- Educational Assistance
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Meetings and Educational Pay Benefits
- Continuing Education Credits
- Internal Career Growth Opportunities
- Free courses from Hometown Health University
Work-Life Balance
- Paid Time Off
- Leave of Absences including parental, medical, and military
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Employee Assistance Program Benefits
- Legal Assistance
- Confidential Counseling up to 3 sessions per issue provided at no cost to employee
- Fitness Membership Discounts
- On-site Walking Trail
- Funeral Leave
Horn Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Horn Memorial Hospital will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at 712-364-7254 or hr@hornmemorialhospital.org. Interpreter is provided at no cost. Horn Memorial Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.
