What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker (BSW) - McKennan Hospital position at Avera?
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Award Winning Health Care: Avera has been named among the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems, Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers and Level 10 Most Wired Health Care Organization by CHIME.
Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
You Belong at Avera: Competitive pay, front-loaded PTO and options for free health insurance, sign-on bonuses, various shifts to fit your lifestyle and opportunities for career growth.
Join a fun team of Social Workers committed to positive outcomes for patients and families.
**This position may be eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment.**
Position Highlights:
- Work with an innovative team within a caring Christian culture.
- Collaborate with a vast team of healthcare professionals.
- Be a vital resource for patients and families.
- Work with community resources/programs, as well as Medicaid/Medicare in the hospital system.
- Work with a variety of patient concerns.
Job Summary
The social worker is responsible for planning, organize and implementing social work services for patients and families, assuring that the medically related emotional and social needs are addressed on an individual basis. Responsible to assess discharge needs and facilitate with patient/family. Plan for discharge and aftercare. Maintain the current knowledge base of community agencies and resources to facilitate appropriate referrals. The social worker provides services in a compassionate, culturally competent and tactful manner in order to help facilitate access to and provide continuity of care and patient advocacy. Work collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Education and/or Experience
- A Bachelor's degree in social work from a four-year college or university is required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
- Licensed as a Social Worker in the State of South Dakota required.
Hours
- Varied Shifts; 48hrs/2wks
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. The actual hourly rate is dependent upon experience.
- $25.00 - $37.75 per hour
What Makes Avera Special?
Salary : $22 - $33
