What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Management Social Worker position at Cleveland Clinic?
Responsibilities:
- Manages all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients in order to ensure a timely discharge and provide appropriate connection with post-discharge care providers.
- Works with families exhibiting complex family dynamics.
- Communicates with interdisciplinary team regarding the discharge planning status of all patients that are referred.
- Educates patient, family and physician regarding post-acute options and addresses freedom of choice and financial concerns.
- Conducts initial and ongoing psychosocial assessment and interventions and makes treatment recommendations to engage patients and families in adherence to the treatment plan by reducing or eliminating the social, psychological, financial, behavioral and regulatory barriers to successful medical outcomes.
- Serves as a resource person to provide counseling and intervention related to treatment decisions and end-of-life issues.
- Advocates for patient and family by providing intervention in cases involving child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, elderly abuse, institutional abuse and sexual assault.
- Advocates for patient and family empowerment and independence to make autonomous health care decisions and access needed services within the health care system and community.
- Meets core social work competencies and adheres to regulations.
- Remains current with regulations which impact the care of patients and regulatory compliance.
- Promotes individual, professional growth and development and meets mandatory and continuing education requirements.
- Supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
- Serves as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff and represents the department on committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Master's Degree in Social Work or Masters of Science in Social Administration (MSSA).
Certifications:
- Current state licensure as a Social Worker.
- Eligible licensure includes LSW, LISW, LISW-S or PC.
- For Homecare and Hospice, eligible licensure includes LSW, LISW or LISW-S.
- Care Management Department preferred: Certification as a Case Manager within one year of eligibility from an approved professional organization.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).
- For Homecare and Hospice field staff only: Valid Ohio Driver’s license upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.
- For Homecare and Hospice field staff only: Proof of automobile insurance coverage with $100,000/$300,000 coverage, upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- Hospital Social Work experience preferred.
- Home Care and/or Hospice Social Work experience is preferred for candidates applying to those roles.
- Exposure and experience in pre-acute and post-acute care.
- Knowledge of community resources preferred.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills necessary to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with teams.
- Must be flexible, open-minded and adaptable to change.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
- Requires normal or corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
- Sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: active or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and /or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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Join Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. South Pointe Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients. On this team, you will provide stellar patient care to patients assigned to your assigned unit. South Pointe Hospital is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
We are looking for a Case Management Social Worker to join our team. This primary care role is vital as you will ensure the highest quality of care and safety for patients from a psychosocial perspective. Within this role, you will cover your assigned unit and address any outpatient psychosocial needs that arise. Your primary duties will include:
- Offering crisis interventions to patients and families with psychosocial needs while facilitating the transition of care for high-risk patients.
- Conducting detailed psychological assessments while working with community resources and supportive counseling.
- Educating the patient, family, and physician regarding post-acute options of addressing freedom of choice and financial concerns.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
- Has strong communication skills and can multitask in a stressful situation.
- Currently is licensed as a social Worker and has a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master's of Science in Social Administration (MSSA)
- Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
- Can make decisive judgement under minimal supervision.
- Can provide empathy and compassion in a patient-centered environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for those who are flexible and would like to advance their career growth opportunities within Cleveland Clinic. Caregivers in this position will have the opportunity to attend conferences, CEUs, give presentations, and do research if interested.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
We are looking for a Case Management Social Worker to join our team. This primary care role is vital as you will ensure the highest quality of care and safety for patients from a psychosocial perspective. Within this role, you will cover your assigned unit and address any outpatient psychosocial needs that arise. Your primary duties will include:
- Offering crisis interventions to patients and families with psychosocial needs while facilitating the transition of care for high-risk patients.
- Conducting detailed psychological assessments while working with community resources and supportive counseling.
- Educating the patient, family, and physician regarding post-acute options of addressing freedom of choice and financial concerns.
The ideal caregiver is someone who:
- Has strong communication skills and can multitask in a stressful situation.
- Currently is licensed as a social Worker and has a Master’s Degree in Social Work or Master's of Science in Social Administration (MSSA)
- Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
- Can make decisive judgement under minimal supervision.
- Can provide empathy and compassion in a patient-centered environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for those who are flexible and would like to advance their career growth opportunities within Cleveland Clinic. Caregivers in this position will have the opportunity to attend conferences, CEUs, give presentations, and do research if interested.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
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