Wheeling Hospital
Social Worker – NE BSW
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Wheeling Hospital
We’re excited you’re considering this opportunity. To apply, click the Apply button above and complete the application in full. Below you’ll find the essential information about the position.
Responsibilities
Provide social work services to patients, families, and significant others through counseling, emotional support, environmental assistance, crisis intervention, and group leadership.
Complete a comprehensive assessment and develop a safe, realistic discharge plan of care, considering psychosocial, emotional, and financial needs.
Assess changes in the physician’s plan of care and its impact on the discharge plan.
Review the discharge plan regularly and communicate any changes to the appropriate parties; document in the electronic medical record.
Identify potential post‑discharge care problems and initiate early referrals to promote proper resource utilization and timely transfer to the appropriate level of care.
Assist the interdisciplinary team in determining alternate care methods when a patient does not require acute hospitalization and take action to minimize financial loss and improve patient care quality.
Collaborate with hospital and community resources to meet patient needs and refer to services such as income assistance, transportation, meal assistance, etc.
Assess for signs of abuse or neglect and refer to Adult Protective Services or Child Protective Services.
Assist patients in completing Living Will, Advance Directive, and Medical Power of Attorney forms.
Work with legal counsel on guardianship or conservatorship actions when necessary.
Provide education and guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, and third‑party payer coverage and regulations.
Communicate deviations from expected norms or quality of care to case management leadership, physicians, and other appropriate personnel.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or applicable state license based on location:
West Virginia and Ohio – LSW
Maryland – LBSW
Pennsylvania – LSW (state specific)
Certification in Case Management.
Two (2) years of social work experience.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing or sitting.
Working Environment
Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative work with healthcare professionals at all levels to achieve goals and improve quality outcomes.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office software.
Schedule and Compensation
Weekly hours: 40
Shift: United States of America (Non‑Exempt)
Salary: $36,000.00–$38,000.00 annually
Company Information
Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Address: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia
Cost Center: 403 WH Care Management
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Wheeling Hospital
We’re excited you’re considering this opportunity. To apply, click the Apply button above and complete the application in full. Below you’ll find the essential information about the position.
Responsibilities
Provide social work services to patients, families, and significant others through counseling, emotional support, environmental assistance, crisis intervention, and group leadership.
Complete a comprehensive assessment and develop a safe, realistic discharge plan of care, considering psychosocial, emotional, and financial needs.
Assess changes in the physician’s plan of care and its impact on the discharge plan.
Review the discharge plan regularly and communicate any changes to the appropriate parties; document in the electronic medical record.
Identify potential post‑discharge care problems and initiate early referrals to promote proper resource utilization and timely transfer to the appropriate level of care.
Assist the interdisciplinary team in determining alternate care methods when a patient does not require acute hospitalization and take action to minimize financial loss and improve patient care quality.
Collaborate with hospital and community resources to meet patient needs and refer to services such as income assistance, transportation, meal assistance, etc.
Assess for signs of abuse or neglect and refer to Adult Protective Services or Child Protective Services.
Assist patients in completing Living Will, Advance Directive, and Medical Power of Attorney forms.
Work with legal counsel on guardianship or conservatorship actions when necessary.
Provide education and guidance on Medicare, Medicaid, and third‑party payer coverage and regulations.
Communicate deviations from expected norms or quality of care to case management leadership, physicians, and other appropriate personnel.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or applicable state license based on location:
West Virginia and Ohio – LSW
Maryland – LBSW
Pennsylvania – LSW (state specific)
Certification in Case Management.
Two (2) years of social work experience.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing or sitting.
Working Environment
Flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Skills and Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Collaborative work with healthcare professionals at all levels to achieve goals and improve quality outcomes.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate standard office software.
Schedule and Compensation
Weekly hours: 40
Shift: United States of America (Non‑Exempt)
Salary: $36,000.00–$38,000.00 annually
Company Information
Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Address: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia
Cost Center: 403 WH Care Management
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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