Medical Social Worker (BSW) provides social work services to hospital patients and their families. Counsels and provides crisis intervention for patients, including assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral problems related to hospitalization. Being a Medical Social Worker (BSW) participates as a member of multi-disciplinary team and may assist patients in treatment planning. May contribute to the formulation of discharge plans. Additionally, Medical Social Worker (BSW) requires a bachelor's degree of social work. Typically reports to a manager. Medical Social Worker (BSW)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Medical Social Worker is responsible for the delivery of varied social work services to the Hospice patient and family in accordance with the physician's orders. The purpose of this position is to provide direct casework services, bereavement services, community education, outreach, referral, and to offer insight to the agency staff to help them better understand the significant social and emotional factors concerning the patient.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Performs related duties as assigned or required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Duties are primarily performed out of office or patient residence environments and require sufficient personal mobility and physical capability to permit employee to function in these environments.
Must be able to lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
May be required to work irregular hours including evening and weekend availability.
Local travel required, (Salt Lake County)
DISCLAIMER
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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