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Macon, GA, United States
Job ID: 141299
Job Family: Behavioral Health Services
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: 8 hour shifts, will need to have some weekend coverage
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12011053130362-Psychiatric Services
Overview
Job Summary:
Coordinates with the multidisciplinary team discharge planning for referrals not requiring clinical assessment(social work, durable medical equipment, uncomplicated home health care, nursing home placement and other type referrals not requiring clinical assessment and judgment) based on identified needs for continuing care post hospitalization/ Responsible for psychosocial assessment of patients and families; development of a plan or care for social needs; referrals to external agencies assisting in obtaining information to help support patients and families with chronic illnesses and special needs, and providing supportive counseling and crisis intervention. Serves as an advocate for patients and families by actively seeking benefits and services for families and children. Serves as organizational resource for abuse and neglect referrals and is a member of Abuse Response Team. Coordinates timely, efficient, and proactive post-continuum placement or home care needs. Provides guidance to the Clinical Care Coordinator Assistant as needed to appropriately transition the patient. Duties are executed with a sense of urgency and in alignment with our operational output metrics of Quality & Safety, Experience, and Efficiency. Continues to develop professionally and apply knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to each patient.
Education, Training, and Experience
Masters degree in Social Work is required.
3-5 years of related work in a similar size, similar scope hospital preferred. Experience in healthcare social work or working with families and children required.
LSCW preferred.
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