Investigates, assesses, and plans interventions to help patients cope with social, emotional, economic, and environmental problems.
Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives. Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions. Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan. Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan. Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns. Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP. Assists patients with Safety Net applications when needed.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree - preferred
Minimum Work Experience
Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of social services and discharge planning.
Required Licenses
Current Mississippi Social Work license
Required Skills
Updated American Heart Association approved Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
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