Hartford HealthCare at Home
Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Hartford HealthCare at Home, Southington, Connecticut, us, 06489
Location Detail:
81 Meriden Ave Bradley Memoria (10003)
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Social Worker (MSW). Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting‑edge technology to provide quality care in our client’s home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients’ families.
Our Social Workers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care Social Worker (LMSW) is a Master’s prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients in their home, determine their short and long‑term needs, and provide short‑term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care Social Worker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient’s biopsychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk‑factors, and more. The Home Care Social Worker is familiar with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care Social Worker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assist with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Complete comprehensive in‑home psychosocial evaluations using evidence‑based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including dementia, depression, anxiety, etc.
Consider developmental, social/cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics.
Assess home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide; evaluate patient/family understanding of disease treatment options.
Identify strengths, available supports, and barriers to care; determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short‑term skilled‑nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Collaborate with the patient and family to create a care plan with measurable goals; implement short‑term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well‑being.
Provide clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning.
Utilize motivational interviewing and coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals; encourage self‑determination and independence.
Act as educator for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens.
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and delivery of services.
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs; monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary.
Maintain timely documentation of social work services reflecting the patient and client system’s pertinent information for assessment and treatment, social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitate team‑based care and collaboration; work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life.
Participate in case conferences and IDT meetings; assist the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient’s care.
Consult Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources; identify HHC and community‑based resources for patients and families as appropriate.
Qualifications
2–3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience.
LMSW required; LCSW preferred.
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological, and legal issues influencing patient and family behaviors.
Familiarity with evidence‑based assessment tools: PHQ‑9/PHQ‑2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements).
We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues – we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Health and Human Services
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81 Meriden Ave Bradley Memoria (10003)
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Social Worker (MSW). Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting‑edge technology to provide quality care in our client’s home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients’ families.
Our Social Workers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care Social Worker (LMSW) is a Master’s prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients in their home, determine their short and long‑term needs, and provide short‑term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care Social Worker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient’s biopsychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk‑factors, and more. The Home Care Social Worker is familiar with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care Social Worker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assist with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Complete comprehensive in‑home psychosocial evaluations using evidence‑based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including dementia, depression, anxiety, etc.
Consider developmental, social/cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues; physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics.
Assess home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide; evaluate patient/family understanding of disease treatment options.
Identify strengths, available supports, and barriers to care; determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short‑term skilled‑nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Collaborate with the patient and family to create a care plan with measurable goals; implement short‑term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well‑being.
Provide clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning.
Utilize motivational interviewing and coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals; encourage self‑determination and independence.
Act as educator for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens.
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and delivery of services.
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs; monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary.
Maintain timely documentation of social work services reflecting the patient and client system’s pertinent information for assessment and treatment, social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitate team‑based care and collaboration; work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life.
Participate in case conferences and IDT meetings; assist the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient’s care.
Consult Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources; identify HHC and community‑based resources for patients and families as appropriate.
Qualifications
2–3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience.
LMSW required; LCSW preferred.
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological, and legal issues influencing patient and family behaviors.
Familiarity with evidence‑based assessment tools: PHQ‑9/PHQ‑2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements).
We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues – we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Health and Human Services
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