Carle Health
Medical Social Worker (LSW/LCSW) - BroMenn - Inpatient Social Services
Carle Health, Normal, Illinois, United States, 61761
Overview
Provides social work services to patients and families within hospital setting in order to meet identified psychosocial needs, as well as to enhance problem-solving and coping capacities and to facilitate timely discharge by arranging post-discharge services. The social worker provides psychosocial assessments, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, community resource connection, financial resources and works collaboratively with all other members of the healthcare team, ensuring clear communication and care planning to all patients.
Qualifications
Certifications: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Education: Master's Degree; Bachelor's Degree Work Experience: Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with the RN Case Manager to provide discharge planning based on assessment of patient and family needs, preferences and available resources in order to ensure timely discharge and provide appropriate linkage to post-discharge care providers Investigates cases admitted with 'no insurance' or 'self-pay' to identify whether insurance coverage does exist, and if the need for financial assistance is warranted. Responds to referrals from healthcare team members to identify available facilities and services for case specific needs during and post-hospitalization. Evaluates patients for abuse/neglect and makes appropriate referrals. Involves patient and family in case planning decisions. Provides assistance and advocacy to patients in obtaining financial resources and government entitlements. Provides information and counseling for advance directives, power of attorney, and conservatorship. Provides social work intervention to patient/families. Provides support and planning in cases of death, adoption, and fetal demise. Provides counsel to patients and families regarding issues of loss, disability, separation, financial impact and traumatic life style chances and provides coaching to develop coping mechanisms to support adaptation to changes. Keeps the director/manager informed of problematic cases, especially those involving legal or risk management issues. Assess patients who are uninsured/underinsured for IL Medicaid eligibility and/or Carle Financial Assistance Program eligibility. Complete psychosocial assessments with patients to identify expressed, implied or anticipated needs. Complete mandated reports of suspected abuse and/or neglect of minors, disabled adults, and seniors. Cooperate and collaborate with the investigating bodies for safe plans. Find solutions to offer patients so that they can obtain needed prescription medications. Find, and if possible, arrange transportation for patients to get to and from their medical appointments and/or home from the Emergency Department/Hospital. Educate about and connect patients with community resources to help meet their needs. Provide empathic listening and emotional support to patients either in person or over the phone. About Us
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $30.07 per hour - $51.72 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
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Certifications: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Education: Master's Degree; Bachelor's Degree Work Experience: Responsibilities
Works collaboratively with the RN Case Manager to provide discharge planning based on assessment of patient and family needs, preferences and available resources in order to ensure timely discharge and provide appropriate linkage to post-discharge care providers Investigates cases admitted with 'no insurance' or 'self-pay' to identify whether insurance coverage does exist, and if the need for financial assistance is warranted. Responds to referrals from healthcare team members to identify available facilities and services for case specific needs during and post-hospitalization. Evaluates patients for abuse/neglect and makes appropriate referrals. Involves patient and family in case planning decisions. Provides assistance and advocacy to patients in obtaining financial resources and government entitlements. Provides information and counseling for advance directives, power of attorney, and conservatorship. Provides social work intervention to patient/families. Provides support and planning in cases of death, adoption, and fetal demise. Provides counsel to patients and families regarding issues of loss, disability, separation, financial impact and traumatic life style chances and provides coaching to develop coping mechanisms to support adaptation to changes. Keeps the director/manager informed of problematic cases, especially those involving legal or risk management issues. Assess patients who are uninsured/underinsured for IL Medicaid eligibility and/or Carle Financial Assistance Program eligibility. Complete psychosocial assessments with patients to identify expressed, implied or anticipated needs. Complete mandated reports of suspected abuse and/or neglect of minors, disabled adults, and seniors. Cooperate and collaborate with the investigating bodies for safe plans. Find solutions to offer patients so that they can obtain needed prescription medications. Find, and if possible, arrange transportation for patients to get to and from their medical appointments and/or home from the Emergency Department/Hospital. Educate about and connect patients with community resources to help meet their needs. Provide empathic listening and emotional support to patients either in person or over the phone. About Us
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $30.07 per hour - $51.72 per hour. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.
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