Social Worker MSW - Home Health

$10,000 Sign on Bonus

UnityPoint at Home - Waterloo, Iowa

Social Worker MSW

Full time Days - Monday-Friday, 40hrs a week

Maintains the standards of social work excellence in accordance with the scope of practice and standards of care set forth by the proper state chapters of Social work and the NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in a Health Care Setting.

Patient Care

Conducts assessments, diagnosis and treatment of the social and emotional factors related to the patient's illness, need for care, response and adjustment to care and completes appropriate plan of care and interventions according to scope of practice.

Care Coordination

Consistently utilizes a holistic approach considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patient. Participates in the development of the plan of care and attends interdisciplinary team meetings.

Clinical Excellence

Assesses the relationship of the patient's medical and nursing requirements to the patient's home situation, financial resources and available community resources. Provides information and appropriate referral action to obtain available resources to assist in resolving patient/family issues. Direct & Indirect Supervision of Social Workers to review documentation as needed. Provide mentorship support

Education: Master's degree in social work from a University/College accredited by the council on Social Work Education

Experience: One year clinical experience in health care. Previous hospice and home care expreince is preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

State Licensure per State Code

Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse

Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.

State Licensure per State Code.

CPR Certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills and customer service skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision making and problem solving expertise.

Ability to work as a collaborative team member.

Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.

Lift Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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