Critical Care Social Worker-Social Services-Methodist
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: April 15, 2024
Job Description:
OverviewAs a member of the interdisciplinary team, contributes
professional social work knowledge and skills in the provision of
services that support patient and family access to health care and
address psychosocial factors that influence a patient's health.
Works in various areas of the hospital providing direct care and
support, transition planning and facilitation and advocacy. Why
UnityPoint Health?
Commitment to our Team - For the
third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150
Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our
commitment to our team members.Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you
Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by
uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right
for the people we serve.Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards
program offers benefits options that align with your needs and
priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.Diversity, Equity
and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a
voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or
sexual orientation.Development - We believe equipping you with
support and development opportunities is an essential part of
delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
- Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of
the people and communities we serve.Visit to hear more from our
team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to
work.ResponsibilitiesPatient CarePerforms psychosocial assessment
of the patient to identify priority needs, strengths, patient
preferences and barriers to care.Provides immediate crisis
intervention and support to patients/families to enhance their
ability to cope with the impact of health conditions.Educates
patient/family regarding Advanced Directives and
facilitates/documents advanced care planning conversations with
patients/surrogate decision makers including First Steps and
IPOST/IPOLST.Assesses grief issues and offers bereavement
support.Assists with planning for care transitions and collaborates
with UPH, community services, and facilities to support patient
safety and continuity of care.Completes PASRR or other screening
tools when appropriate for transition to another care
provider.Documents assessments, interventions, and referrals in the
electronic health record according to documentation standards.
Education and AdvocacyServes as a patient/family advocate in
support of patient confidentiality, informed consent, patient
autonomy, and self-determination.Assesses patient safety to
identify possible abuse, neglect or other risks to safety.
Collaborates with the care team to address safety issues and files
DHS reports and/or guides others in the process as
mandated.Provides information and support with guardianship and
conservatorship issues.Supports culturally competent services and
assists with arranging interpreter services as needed.Provides
education to the patient/family regarding available services and
supports and assists the patient to access those they are eligible
for.Provides information and education to physician and other team
members in understanding the psychosocial implications of illness
and disease progression for the patient/family. Participates in
mentoring new employees and/or supervising social work interns as
requested. Care Coordination/Transition SupportIdentifies patient
transitional needs by assessing psychosocial, environmental,
financial and cultural strengths and barriers.Maintains
comprehensive knowledge of community resources and acts as a
liaison to refer patients/families to health and social services,
health insurance, public assistance and other resources to meet
patient identified needs.Provides expertise and plays a key role
with the care team in establishing patient-centered goals of care
and identifying psychosocial and behavioral strengths and barriers.
Contributes to the comprehensive, longitudinal plan of care based
on patient-centric goals and coping strategies.Facilitates and/or
participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to review and
revise the patient plan of care.Facilitates patient/family meetings
to enhance family support of the patient's care.Collaborates with
social workers and other professionals across the continuum and in
the community to ensure continuity of care.QualificationsEducation:
BSW degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
MSW degree in Social Work Experience: Prefer one year clinical
experience in health care. License(s)/Certification(s):
Successfully complete Person Centered Care course within 1 year of
hire. Valid mandatory Reporter course completion by state(s)
requirement. Valid LBSW, LMSW, LISW, or similar licensure obtained
within 1 year of hire. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of the
social work process. Awareness and sensitivity to cultural
diversityKnowledge of the physiological elements of illness and
impact on psychosocial functioning. Knowledge of the healthcare
system and resources available to patients. Strong interpersonal
skills and ability to work as a collaborative team member.
Knowledge of social determinants of Health. Strong verbal and
written communication skills. Other: Use of usual and customary
equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.Work
may require travel to other UPH facilities or patient homes. May
drive a UPH vehicle, rental or own vehicle.Valid licensed driver
with automobile insurance in accordance with state and/or
organizational requirements.
- Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Social Services;
- Shift: Four 10 hour shifts, rotating weekend coverage;
- Job ID: 144921;
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Des Moines , Critical Care Social Worker-Social Services-Methodist, Healthcare , Des Moines, Iowa
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