Social Worker MSW
Unit Description
Care Site Description
St. Francis Health is part of SCL Health System, a faith-based, nonprofit health care organization.
Interested in making a difference? Then check us out. Our rich heritage and mission, and our focus on health care delivery that values person-centered care, excellence and accountability are a winning combination as we bring health and hope to our patients.
Fast Facts:
Topeka, Kans. (estab. 1909)
A tertiary care facility serving 12 counties in northeast Kansas
1,660 associates and 297 medical staff
378 beds
20 regional clinics
Services include:
Comprehensive Cancer Center
Emergency Department
General & Bariatric Surgery
Heart & Vascular Center
Joint & Spine Centers
Radiology
Rehabilitation Services
Women's Services
Our multispecialty care community works together to pioneer inspired, innovative care in our mission to improve the health and lives of those we serve.
Visit: http://www.stfrancistopeka.org/
Description
The Social Worker provides services to respond to the emotional needs of patients and their families. This employee also assists with patient admissions and the referral process.
As part of the admission process, meet with the patient and family to review policies on advanced directives, patient rights and non-discrimination.
Conduct and document a social services evaluation, including identification of patient problems/ needs. Meet with appropriate facility staff concerning patient issues. Provide social work consultation to patients, families and staff, as requested.
Provide/arrange for social work services as indicated by patient/family needs.
Assist patients, as needed, with financial planning.
Maintain communications with caseworkers.
Keep the patient's family informed of patient problems, personal needs, transfers and changes of level assignment.
Maintain a current list of community resources to facilitate referrals. Act as a liaison between the facility and the community.
Assure all documentation complies with applicable regulations. Act in compliance with all corporate, State, Federal and other regulatory standards.
Participate in the quality improvement process of the facility. Attend and participate in facility meetings, as required. Participate in and/or provide in-service education sessions.
Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
The information above is for summary purposes, and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, required
Current license/certification in the state of practice, required
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, required
Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement a plan of care and coordinate the discharge planning process, required
Master's degree in Social Work, preferred
Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements, preferred
One (1) year of experience in a setting serving the same age/type of patient population served by this facility or department, preferred
Organization: St. Francis Health Center, Topeka, KS
Primary Location: KS-Topeka
Department: SFT-Utilization Review
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Variable Shift
Job Posting: 8/1/2017 11:03:01 PM
FTE: 1
Job Number: 17005953
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Care Site Description
St. Francis Health is part of SCL Health System, a faith-based, nonprofit health care organization.
Interested in making a difference? Then check us out. Our rich heritage and mission, and our focus on health care delivery that values person-centered care, excellence and accountability are a winning combination as we bring health and hope to our patients.
Fast Facts:
Topeka, Kans. (estab. 1909)
A tertiary care facility serving 12 counties in northeast Kansas
1,660 associates and 297 medical staff
378 beds
20 regional clinics
Services include:
Comprehensive Cancer Center
Emergency Department
General & Bariatric Surgery
Heart & Vascular Center
Joint & Spine Centers
Radiology
Rehabilitation Services
Women's Services
Our multispecialty care community works together to pioneer inspired, innovative care in our mission to improve the health and lives of those we serve.
Visit: http://www.stfrancistopeka.org/
Description
The Social Worker provides services to respond to the emotional needs of patients and their families. This employee also assists with patient admissions and the referral process.
As part of the admission process, meet with the patient and family to review policies on advanced directives, patient rights and non-discrimination.
Conduct and document a social services evaluation, including identification of patient problems/ needs. Meet with appropriate facility staff concerning patient issues. Provide social work consultation to patients, families and staff, as requested.
Provide/arrange for social work services as indicated by patient/family needs.
Assist patients, as needed, with financial planning.
Maintain communications with caseworkers.
Keep the patient's family informed of patient problems, personal needs, transfers and changes of level assignment.
Maintain a current list of community resources to facilitate referrals. Act as a liaison between the facility and the community.
Assure all documentation complies with applicable regulations. Act in compliance with all corporate, State, Federal and other regulatory standards.
Participate in the quality improvement process of the facility. Attend and participate in facility meetings, as required. Participate in and/or provide in-service education sessions.
Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
The information above is for summary purposes, and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, required
Current license/certification in the state of practice, required
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, required
Demonstrated ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement a plan of care and coordinate the discharge planning process, required
Master's degree in Social Work, preferred
Knowledge of accreditation standards and compliance requirements, preferred
One (1) year of experience in a setting serving the same age/type of patient population served by this facility or department, preferred
Organization: St. Francis Health Center, Topeka, KS
Primary Location: KS-Topeka
Department: SFT-Utilization Review
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Variable Shift
Job Posting: 8/1/2017 11:03:01 PM
FTE: 1
Job Number: 17005953
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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