AK - Social Worker - Sitka

Please contact: To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Rifaut Khan at email address   can be reached on #

630-576-1920

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We have Permanent role Social Worker for our client at Sitka, AK. Please let me know if you or any of your friends would be interested in this position.
 
Position Details:
Social Worker- Sitka, AK
Location                         : Sitka, AK 99835
Project Duration        : Fulltime/Permanent
10k relocation
Shift: Days, Full Time.
 
Job Description:
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job:

• Works closely with the inpatient multidisciplinary team as a member of the Care Coordination team to assess the biopsychosocial needs of any patient admitted to the hospital for medical care.
• Responsible for discharge planning working in collaboration with the Inpatient Care Coordinators to include identifying barriers to discharge, documentation, identifying community resources and agencies that may be needed at the time of discharge, identifying Durable Medical Equipment (DME) needs, developing discharge plan in agreement with patient and/or family/caregiver.
• Completes swing bed assessments at the time of admission into subacute rehabilitation services and ensures the patient and/or family/caregiver understand this level of care and participation requirements.
• Facilitates or co-facilitates patient/family care conferences to ensure the patient and family/caregiver have knowledge and understanding of acute/chronic illness, understand the plan of care, and to provide guidance in navigating the health care system.
• Assists patients to make decisions about their health care and whether they would like family/caregiver involved in those decisions (i.e., Advance Directive, Power of Attorney, POLST, etc).
• Identifies what community resources are available to assist the patient and/or family/caregiver during hospitalization and recovery; submitting any requests that may support the patient in meeting basic living requirements (i.e., housing, meals, transportation, etc.).
• Assisting patients with any financial or legal matters (i.e., banks statements, referral to lawyers, applying for VA/VOICE services, applying for Medicaid, etc.)
• Assisting patient with long term care or assisted living needs; assisting with application process, verifying payer source, arranging for transportation and escort to facility.
• Finding alternative solutions to meet the physical and emotional needs of each patient.
• Assisting patients with dental/denture care, podiatric care, eye care, and hearing services while a patient is in the hospital.
• Refers to Social Service Clinician (LCSW) for chemical dependence, mental health, and crisis support intervention.
• Maintains complete and accurate records as required by SEARHC policy and state and federal regulations.
• Participates in daily and weekly (Swing Bed) multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Participates in staff/team trainings and meetings and incorporates concepts and skills into the delivery of patient services.
• Participates in all required and assigned SEARCH training.
• Establishes and maintains up-to-date knowledge and effective working relationships with local community resources.
• Develops and maintains a trusting and partnering relationship with assigned patients to assist in the success of their care and recovery.
• Supports provider decision making and builds on provider-patient interventions.
• Coordinates and works well with other team members to ensure continuum of care.
• Obtains complete and accurate information in a courteous, respectful, and culturally sensitive manner.
• Documents patient notes clearly and timely to provide adequate information for other health care providers.

 
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required:

• BSW or MSW in social services required.
• Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire.

 
Experience Required:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital environment in social work.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

 
Knowledge of:

• Demonstrated understanding of sound ethical practice in conjunction with the established and defined ethics of one’s training, discipline, and education/license level.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition, physical activity and tobacco cessation recommendations for physical health and disease prevention.
• Case management principles and application in integrated settings using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• The use of customer service and recovery skills.
• Knowledge and awareness of community support resources.

 
Skills in:

• Communication skills to report patient activities and deviations from normal; ability to interact positively and effectively with patients and families.
• Use of equipment and software, such as: computers, electronic health record, fax, google drive and phone system.
• Application of effective and clear oral and written communication.
• Empathic and supportive listening.
• Developing interpersonal relationships to work as an effective team member.

 
 
To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Rifaut Khan at email address   can be reached on #

630-576-1920

.
About generis tek: generis tek is a boutique it/professional staffing based in Chicago land. We offer both contingent labor & permanent placement services to several fortune 500 clients nationwide. Our philosophy is based on delivering long-term value and build lasting relationships with our clients, consultants and employees. Our fundamental success lies in understanding our clients’ specific needs and working very closely with our consultants to create a right fit for both sides. We aspire to be our client has most trusted business partner.