What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work Associate - Queen's Clinically Integrated Physician Network (Full-Time, 40, Day/Evening) position at The Queen's Health System?
About Us:
The Queen's Health Systems stands as a beacon of healthcare excellence throughout Hawai‘i and the Pacific Basin. We are dedicated to delivering comprehensive health care services and programs to Native Hawaiians and all people of Hawai‘i. At Queen's, we embody the vision of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV by committing to perpetually provide high-quality health care to enhance the well-being of our community.
The Queen’s Medical Center is proud to be:
- A Level I Trauma Center: As the state’s designated trauma facility,The Queen's Medical Center (Honolulu) is reverified as a Level 1 Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons.
- Magnet® Recognition - The Queen’s Medical Center is the first and only hospital in Hawaii to achieve Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
- Nationally recognized healthcare organization: The Queen's Medical Center (Honolulu campus) has been recognized as the top hospital in Hawai'i for the 2023-2024 Best Hospitals rankings and ratings. Moloka’i General Hospital has also been named one of the top 20 critical access hospitals (CAHs) for quality in the country by the Chartis Center for Rural Health for Best Practice in Quality.
JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plans and coordinates functions and activities related to meeting the psychological, social and nursing needs of patients and their families.
- Supports the case manager and social worker with an emphasis on discharge planning and/or maintaining medically, frail individuals in the community.
- Performs duties in accordance with all regulatory requirements as well as policies and procedures of The Queen’s Medical Center (QMC).
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
- Constant: static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
- Frequent: walking, lifting usual weight of 3 pounds; carrying usual weight of 2 pounds; reaching at shoulder level; repetitive arm/hand motions.
- Occasional: standing, stooping/bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting maximum of 10 pounds, reaching above and below shoulder level, frequent gripping of an object.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Subjected to noise and/or vibration due to shared office space, air conditioning and construction work in neighboring department.
- May be exposed to hostile, disruptive, assaultive and inappropriate patient behavior.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work related field; or a bachelor’s degree in non-related field with two (2) years of experience working in a comparable job demonstrating knowledge of governmental and social agencies and services may be substituted for degree in social work or related field.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- One (1) year experience in a health related field or social service agency preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Your Health. Our Legacy
Our Mission: To fulfill the intent of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV to provide in perpetuity quality health care services to improve the well-being of Native Hawaiians and all of the people of Hawai‘i.
Our Values:
Compassion guides our actions
Aloha inspires us in all that we do
Respect and understanding are essential for the dignity of all
Excellence is our quest
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,484.00 - $71,058.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,484 - $71,058
