What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at medstar-stg?
Job Summary:
MedStar Health is looking for a Social Worker LGSW to join our team!
The Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) manages patients accessing care within any of the MedStar Health hospitals requiring support. The position is responsible for coordination of medical care and social services for patients through identifying psychosocial needs, reducing barriers to care, and maximizing health outcomes by assessing eligibility criteria, resources identification, coordination of internal and external services and referrals.
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Primary Duties:
Consistently demonstrates support for compliance in the performance of job duties and responsibilities by a) developing and maintaining knowledge of, and performing job functions in compliance with, rules, regulations, policies, and statutes that affect his/her job; b) maintaining knowledge of and performing job functions in compliance with MedStar Health and MedStar Health Research Institute policies and procedures; and c) reporting compliance concerns in an appropriate and timely manner.
Actively participates in grant writing proposal activities, following up with participating organizations updating the Memorandums of Understanding with programs, if applicable. Appropriately and effectively documents MedConnect (electronic medical record) in a timely manner and maintain current on-going individualized treatment care plans as outlined by funding source. Collaborates with community providers to identify resources and enhance service delivery through appropriate follow-through and documentation of referrals in the EMR.
Actively participates in the development of an adolescent transitioning program for access to adult care, if applicable. Coordinates and schedules initial and follow-up appointments with behavioral health providers and provides behavioral health screenings, individual and/or group psychosocial support services. Facilitates transition of care between providers for eligible patients from the program. Guides patients towards effective self-management and sustainability by providing adherence support and reengagement services.
Demonstrates effective coordination as part of a multi-disciplinary team to maximize clinical outcomes for patients. Interacts with community groups and providers to provide educational programs, talks, outreach, support groups, and successful linkages to care. Provides medical case management to include adherence care, harm reduction, education, other medical issues, and psychosocial management. Works with patients to determine eligibility status for medical care, pharmaceutical coverage, or other social issues that create barriers to effective health management.
Works across the spectrum of funding sources to manage patients on a continuum of care towards retention or external linkages to meet specific needs. Maintains and enters data weekly as required by department and funders. Works with specified department teams to manage patients on a continuum of care towards retention or external linkages to meet specific needs.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in social work.
Licensed Graduate (LGSW) in the appropriate jurisdiction.
2 to 3 years' experience in a clinical care setting preferred.
