Social Worker BSW FT Days

DescriptionSocial Worker AdventHealth Heart of FloridaLocation Address:40100 US Hwy 27, Davenport, FL 33837Top Reasons to work at AdventHealthHeart of FloridaClose proximity to Walt Disney World Various outdoor activities for families and children to enjoy Beautiful local golf courses available year round Faith-based work environment Great benefits Work Hours/Shift:Full Time, Monday – Friday day shift You Will Be Responsible For: Coordinates with the RN Case Managers for post-discharge arrangements and advocates for the patient in obtaining and negotiating resources to meet patient needs, as necessary. Interviews patients/families to complete a thorough and timely psycho-social assessment and to evaluate current support systems available to the patient and family. Completes assessments, per department standards, based upon information from multiple sources including the patient, family, nursing staff, physician, as well as information discussed in multi-disciplinary rounds. Documented assessments confirm an understanding of the patient’s functional status and psycho-social needs. Collaborates with the RN Case Manager to address barriers that may impact or delay the patient’s discharge plan. Prepares for and participates in multi-disciplinary rounds on assigned nursing unit for the purpose of updating the team on the discharge plan/needs and to identify potential social work referrals. Appropriately prioritizes cases according to assessed needs. QualificationsWhat Will You Need:EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Bachelor’s degree in Social WorkEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:Acute hospital experienceLICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:N/ALICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:Case Management certification highly desirable - ACM (Accredited Case Manager), CCM (certified Case Manager)Job Summary:Under the general supervision of the Director and/or Manager, in collaboration with the RN Case Manager, works with the patient/family, physicians, interdisciplinary team and external agencies, the Social Worker-BSW ensures the patient’s progress along the continuum in an efficient and cost–effective manner. Works to ensure the establishment of a home support system or alternative living placement plan which is realistic in relation to the patient’s present circumstances and facilitates positive outcomes in collaboration with the healthcare interdisciplinary team and available community resources with a focus on enhancing the capacity of people to address their own needs. Provides support and crisis intervention for patients and significant others in relation to such issues as domestic violence, advanced care planning, adoption, financial resourcing. The Social Worker-BSW, in collaboration with the RN Case Manager, is responsible for identifying and initiating the most efficient discharge plan to expedite the patient transition to the next appropriate level of care and to reduce length of stay. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.