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Social Worker Assistant - NHC HomeCare Lawrenceburg
Competitive Pay! PRN, Flexible Schedule, Don't miss this great opportunity to work as a Social Worker Assistant at NHC HomeCare Lawrenceburg.
NHC HomeCare Lawrenceburg is looking for a Social Worker Assistant to join our team! The Social Work Assistant provides direct intervention for the social and emotional needs of the patient, under the supervision of the MSW.
Qualifications, ALL:
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with degree as described below.
- At least two (2) years experience as a social work assistant required; one (1) year
of in a health care setting preferred - Has achieved a satisfactory grade on a proficiency examination conducted,
approved, or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service, ONLY with respect to
persons initially licensed by a State or seeking initial qualification as a social
work assistant BEFORE after December 31, 1977.
AND:
TENNESSEE Specific
a. Baccalaureate degree in social work, psychology, sociology or other field related to
social work (Bachelor/Master’s degree) in psychology, sociology, human services
(behavioral sciences, not human resources) OR
b. Master’s degree in counseling fields (psychological guidance and guidance counseling)
and degrees in gerontology.
Position Highlights:
- Provides social services under the supervision of the MSW/LCSW and according to physician order and homecare policies and procedures. Services are focused on minimizing the negative impact of identified social and emotional issues on the patient’s ability to recover.
- Documents services as provided.
- Participates in inservice training for homecare staff related to social services.
- Participates in agency Quality Assurance Performance Improvement activities.
The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.
If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.com/locations/homecare-lawrenceburg/
We look forward to talking with you!!
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