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Sea Mar Community Health CentersBellingham, Washington
$28+ / hour
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Position Summary The role of the Social Service Specialist is to conduct an initial screening and provide a comprehensive integrated clinical psychosocial assessment; develop intervention plans based on that assessment; provide brief treatment toward the care plan; provide transition services for long term counseling/treatment and Infant Case Management; and consult with the interdisciplinary Maternity Support Services team on the needs of clients served. The productivity expectation for this position is 20 or more client encounters per week for full-time work. Duties and Responsibilities As a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based on the belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and enhances self-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, client-centered, culturally-aware services. Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to an excellent client experience by: Understanding and empathizing with client needs Surpassing client expectations Demonstrating a high level of integrity and work ethics Exhibiting compassion and commitment Advocating for social justice Taking pride in individual work as well as that of the team Continually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and technology Utilizing AIDET skills at all times As a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to their utmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily. The Social Service Specialist: Exemplifies excellent customer relations with clients, visitors, and other employees; shows courtesy, friendliness, and respect. Introduces clients to integrated MSS services (either in home or at clinic) and performs systematic social services screening to determine current status and needs in a variety of areas. Based on identified client needs, makes referrals to appropriate agencies/services or provides information and assists clients for self-referral. Provides advocacy as needed to encourage participation in implementing the care plan or to resolve problems which are interfering with active participation in the care plan (such as transportation or language barrier). Charts notes of the services provided as required by the state and agency in Sea Mar’s Electronic Health Records. Assists client in accomplishing tasks necessary to access services such as filling out appropriate forms, obtaining necessary documentation or authorization. Maintains regular face-to-face contact with client in order to monitor implementation of the care plan. Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the agency, as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations. Completes daily documentation as directed by the MSS Manager and First Step program guidelines. Reports any unusual incidents to their manager or the Preventive Health Services Director. The Social Service Specialist is a state mandated reporter, as such; he/she will report to the state any suspected case of child/elder abuse or neglect as mandated by WAC. Complete a thorough, culturally sensitive, psychosocial assessment which includes but is not limited to: Personal history (cultural background, health status, coping strategies, mental health status, substance use, abuse and violence); current family functioning; review of support systems (formal and informal); and basic physical needs. This assessment is shared with the client and team members to assure that all relevant psychosocial issues are addressed in the care planning. Provide brief, culturally relevant, counseling to client/families which would include: crisis intervention; mental health concerns; pregnancy and birth options; grief; stress; parenting; coping skills; problem-solving; abuse/neglect; family violence. Educate the client to make informed decision regarding personal, child and family health/mental health care and treatment. Brief counseling is defined as counseling to assist the client in developing some skills to cope with issues presented and developing a plan to address ongoing longer term treatment with appropriate mental health providers. Communicate clearly, oral and written, with clients, community professionals and interdisciplinary team members. This includes maintaining records that are clear and concise regarding psychosocial and/or needs assessment, service plans, treatment and follow-up care. The documentation must reflect legal mandates for reporting abuse/neglect. Participate fully in all interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on client’s assessed psychosocial needs and on interdisciplinary team plans for client. The goal is to build family strengths and resiliency. Develop working relationships within the service system network in particular services that have significant impact on pregnant and parenting clients such as: Mental Health and Chemical Dependency systems; network within service providing community serving this population to develop strategies to improve services delivery. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the client served. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Performance of additional duties as assigned. Personnel and Performance Metrics: The Social Service Specialist will : Adhere to his/her established schedule and must be prepared to provide services and/or engage in other work related duties by her/his established start time, each day Provide services using AIDET skills at all times, for both, external and internal customers Qualifications The Social Service Specialist must be able to perform each essential duty as outlined above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Social Service Specialist demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, and is able to identify and categorize each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infants, adolescents, or geriatric patients. Additionally, the Social Service Specialist must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. The person in this position must be of good character and able to maintain the understanding, physical health, emotional stability and personality suited to meet the physical, mental, emotional, and social needs of the population served. The person in this position shall have no history or evidence of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three (3) years prior to the date of employment at the facility, and no misuse of alcohol or other drugs while employed at this facility. This individual cannot be a person who has been convicted of a felony within the last seven years or ever been convicted of child abuse and / or any crime involving physical harm to another person nor be a perpetrator of substantiated child abuse. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The Social Service Specialist has: Knowledge of the Patient Centered Health Home Model of care. The ability to work with an inter-disciplinary care team. Members of the team may include medical providers, nursing staff, care coordinators, behavioral health, preventive health and other support staff. Knowledge of evidence-based screening tools (PHQ 9, GAD 7, AUDIT, DAST, etc.) and the ability to use these tools as part of a framework to make appropriate level of care interventions and referrals for patients as needed. The ability to maintain effective relationships and professional rapport with patients and members of the multidisciplinary team. The skills and ability to actively engage patients in therapeutic alliances. Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Good working knowledge and skills in using electronic health record platforms, external registries, as well as the Microsoft suite of programs in order to document patient services, develop and run reports, etc. LANGUAGE SKILLS Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Have the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. COMPUTER SKILLS Must have typing proficiency of at least 35 wpm. Basic knowledge of computers and programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and electronic health care records. Possess the ability to learn new programs as they may pertain to use of electronic health records. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Have the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY Have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, and Medical Screening EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and current Certified Counselor through the State of Washington Department of Health or Chemical Dependency Counselor. Sea Mar does not provide clinical supervision for licensure purposes. Experience working with underserved populations such as, but not limited to, those who have limited English speaking skills, ar e homeless, and migrant and seasonal workers . I f the patient requires services beyond brief intervention, the Social Service Specialist is responsible for coordinating the timely referral to behavioral health services. Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders, chronic mental illness, and those who require crisis intervention. Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and broad knowledge of community resources to facilitate whole person care. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Washington State driver's license required. This person must receive a background check from Washington State Patrol TB test annually. This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment. Additional Requirements Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required Annual influenza vaccine required. Only exception is for employees with a medical or religious exemption approved by Administration. Employees with an approved medical or religious exemption must wear a mask at all time during the flu season. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Hourly - Hourly Plan, 27.71 USD Hourly What We Offer: Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: Medical Dental Vision Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long Term Disability EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Paid-time-off starting at 27 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html
Posted 2 days ago
Choices CareersShreveport, Louisiana
The Eligibility Evaluator is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, conducting and reporting results of eligibility assessments. This includes both initial and ongoing eligibility determinations. Assessments should thoroughly reflect the current mental health status as well as the needs and risks of youth to properly inform a plan of care. Responsibilities Include: Completes CANS and Individual Behavioral Health Assessment; and all other documentation required to assess for program eligibility. Maintains daily communication with Clinical Director or designee for coordinating, scheduling, conducting and reporting results of assessments. Maintains CANS certification and all other necessary certifications, licensures and qualifications required to conduct assessments. Communicates daily and as needed with Clinical Director regarding the assignment, completion, quality and substance of the assessments. Participates in regularly scheduled supervision for ongoing development and continuous quality improvement. Demonstrates ability to apply feedback for ongoing improvement of all tasks associated what coordinating, scheduling, conducting and reporting results of assessments and to ensure Choices remains in compliance with all contractual obligations. Conducts work in accordance with established timelines especially with regard to submitting assessment results. Results must be entered into an electronic database and a hard copy provided to the Clinical Director and/or designee. Contacts Clinical Director or designee immediately should there be a reason to believe a youth will not score eligible for the program. Willingly completes other duties as assigned to advance the mission of Choices. Qualifications: Master’s degree required and active, unencumbered license (LPC or LCSW) to practice Mental Health in the state of Louisiana. Maintain active CANS Certification Ability to learn and become proficient with The Clinical Manager (TCM) database and other required databases. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Highly organized, detail oriented. Access to reliable transportation. If driving an automobile while on company business, must possess a valid driver’s license in state of residence and auto insurance.
Posted 3 weeks ago
URI CareersNew York, New York
$65,000 - $70,000 / year
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Founded in 1980, Urban Resource Institute (URI) is the nation’s largest provider of domestic violence shelter services and a leader in supporting homeless families. Operating 24 shelters across New York City, URI provides 3,700 beds nightly in purpose-built shelters that offer trauma-informed services including counseling, childcare, case management, and more. URI’s Justice Initiatives extend support beyond shelter, offering programs in economic empowerment, legal advocacy, youth prevention, and abusive partner intervention. URI also develops permanent affordable housing as part of its long-term commitment to safety, stability, and healing. POSITION OVERVIEW The Director of Social Services has oversight of all aspects of the social services and case management components of the program. Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct overall management of the social service component to ensure that all contractual obligations are met. Ensure that the program structure and design foster an environment, which facilitates the assessment and support of client needs. Ensure that the social service team provides comprehensive quality services. Develop an internal compliance and quality assurance plan to monitor program activities including regular chart reviews. Monitor and track all activities related to staff and client responsibilities in the DHS Cares system. Provide supervision and guidance to LMSW and MSW (Social Workers/Client Care Coordinators) and the social service team. Conduct relevant internal training to enhance staff skills. Schedule appropriate external training as needed to support staff development. Develop and maintain a working relationship with funding sources and other stakeholders (DHS, OTDA). Prepare, coordinate and ensure that all reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner to DHS and other sources as appropriate. Attends funder’s meetings, training, and presentations. Represent the program director at meetings as required and assume responsibility for the program director’s duties in their absence. Develop as needed, implement and maintain consistent policies and practices regarding program management, client services and other agency protocols. Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director. SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Bi-lingual, Mandarin or Spanish preferred. A minimum of three years’ supervisory experience in a social service capacity, preferably in the field of homeless services. Familiarity with DHS and OTDA regulations. Must be able to relate to people at all levels of the organization and work well as a team member. Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homelessness within disenfranchised communities including individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues. Familiarity with DHS regulations and DHS Cares Reporting. Must have excellent communication skills, the ability to write and record case documentation, and skills in group counseling. Must have working knowledge of family issues and be sensitive to the needs of homeless families. Skilled in Microsoft Office applications. SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Will be required to read printed and handwritten materials. Will be required to use computer mouse and keyboard. Will be required to read information on computer screen. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to enter information in digital forms and spreadsheets. Must be able to lift 10 pounds at times, occasionally reach and bend. May require occasional work outside established working hours, including evenings and weekends. At URI we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. We actively seek a diverse candidate pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. At URI we offer equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
Posted 2 days ago
PACSEdgefield, SC
Edgefield Post Acute is a well-established skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility conveniently located in Edgefield, SC, just a short distance from Aiken and Augusta. Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of those we serve? At Edgefield Post Acute, we value the relationships we have in our community, with our fellow colleagues, and also with residents and family members. Do you have a heart for helping others and a talent for brightening someone's day? Are you passionate about supporting seniors and making a meaningful impact? If so, we'd love for you to join our team! About the Role As our Social Services Assistant, you'll support residents, families, and our Social Services Director to ensure everyone feels heard, supported, and cared for. This role is perfect for someone who loves connecting with people, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly! What You'll Do Assist with care planning and documentation Support residents during transitions and daily needs Help plan and participate in resident-centered activities Communicate with families, caregivers, and staff Advocate for residents' emotional and social well-being Keep accurate records and maintain compliance with facility policies What You Bring ️ A warm, empathetic personality ️ Strong communication & organizational skills ️ Ability to work as part of a caring, dedicated team ️ Experience in social services, senior care, or healthcare (preferred but not required!) ️ A passion for making a difference every single day Why You'll Love Working With Us A supportive, fun-loving team Opportunities for growth and training A chance to build meaningful relationships A workplace that feels like family General Purpose The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility's social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Essential Duties Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence and well-being. Assist with providing medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident is attained or maintained. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. Provide information to residents/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Work with emotional problems including assisting resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care. Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social treatment. Meet with department personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on-site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assists in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Assist in the development of and participate in regularly scheduled orientation and in-service training programs in relation to the social, emotional and medical needs of the residents. Assist in the development of the department's budget. Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information. Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisor responsibilities Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. Prior health-care experience preferred Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office-related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Posted 3 weeks ago
PACSMckinley Park, AK
$33 - $43 / hour
Now Hiring: Social Services Director McKinley Park Care Center - Sacramento, CA $33-$43/hr | Full-Time McKinley Park Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dependable Social Services Director to join our leadership team. If you're passionate about resident care, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and are known for your reliability and heart for others - we want to meet you! What We're Looking For: ️ A caring professional who supports both residents and staff ️ A strong team player who communicates well and works collaboratively ️ A reliable self-starter who takes initiative in supporting resident well-being and discharge planning ️ Experience in a skilled nursing facility or post-acute setting preferred Key Responsibilities: Provide emotional and psychosocial support to residents and families Coordinate care planning and discharge processes Foster relationships with community resources and services Maintain regulatory compliance with all federal and state guidelines Support a positive and inclusive facility culture Why McKinley Park Care Center? Supportive interdisciplinary leadership A culture built on teamwork, trust, and compassion Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day Competitive salary and benefits Make an impact where it matters most. Join a team that values kindness, collaboration, and excellence in care. Apply today to become part of the McKinley Park family!
Posted 30+ days ago
Berkshire HealthcareBarnstable, MA
Windsor has been part of the community since 1975, providing families with skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence to support quality of life. Our experienced team offers compassionate, specialized care to reduce hospital readmissions and improve outcomes through rehab, long-term care, adult day health, and restorative services. Be part of a collaborative, caring team at Integritus Healthcare. We offer excellent benefits, including generous paid time off and exceptional health insurance - plus real opportunities to grow your career. If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to have you on board! Summary: Works collaboratively with other team members to coordinate care and provide education for all residents related to any physical, emotional, or psycho-social needs while at the facility, discharge planning and referrals to home services, or end of life care. Essential Job Functions: Demonstrates an awareness of, a respect for, and attention to the diversity of the people with whom they interact (persons served, personnel, families/caregivers, and other stakeholders) that is reflected in attitudes, behavior and services. Assists short term and long term residents and their families in adjusting to their illness, by dealing with life changes, grief, loss, placement, and depression through counseling and developing resident centered care plans with other members of the Interdisciplinary care team. Assists with advanced directive planning in collaboration with nursing and medical services. Responds to resident and family needs by advocating on behalf of the resident any wishes that are presented. Attends appropriate facility meetings on behalf of the residents such as Care plan meetings, Welcome meetings, Medicare meetings, etc.; protects the residents from abuse, neglect and misappropriation of property. Completes documentation per federal and state guidelines and sends required documentation to appropriate agencies and physicians. Assists in ensuring accuracy in census, collaborating with nurse liaison on prospective residents, touring prospective residents/families, and conducting PASAAR screens when appropriate. Meets and welcomes new residents to facility. Educates residents and families regarding financial needs, monitors and assists with insurance verification and transitions of payment options, issues Medicare A & B non-coverage cut letters and collaborates with the business office for issues related to payment. Assists with orientation of new employees as it relates to resident rights. Qualifications: Must possess a college degree. Bachelor's in social work preferred. 2 Years' experience in a long-term care facility. LSW, BSW in the state of Massachusetts Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Posted 2 weeks ago
PACSJohns Island, SC
Johns Island Post Acute is a beautiful 132-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Johns Island, just 10 minutes away from historic downtown Charleston. Our passionate team invite you to plant your roots in your career and your community. We aim for a culture that helps you stay grounded with ongoing support and a responsive leadership team, along with opportunities for advancement to keep you growing. We are seeking a Licensed Social Service Director to lead and manage our social services department. This is a key leadership role responsible for addressing the psychosocial needs of residents and their families, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Key Responsibilities: Assess psychosocial needs of residents and families Develop and implement individualized care plans Coordinate discharge planning and referrals Provide emotional support and counseling services Maintain accurate documentation per CMS guidelines Ensure regulatory compliance (federal/state) Supervise and support social services staff Requirements: Licensed Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW, or as required by state) Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW) required; MSW preferred 2+ years in long-term care or healthcare setting Knowledge of CMS and state regulations for nursing homes Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Benefits: Salary: $60,000 yearly Health, dental & vision insurance Paid time off & holidays Continuing education & training support Collaborative team environment General Purpose Handles pressure, objectivity, confidentiality, organization, planning, reporting skills, persistence, proactive, listening, verbal communication, and resident and their family relationships. Essential Duties Establishes course of action by exploring options; setting goals with resident and their families. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence and well-being. Provide medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident is attained or maintained. Evaluate social and family information, psychological and emotional needs to assist in assessing social services needs as well as develop care plans for social services issues. Provide emotional support and address emotional problems including assisting residents and family with difficulties in coping with physical disabilities, fears related to health conditions as well as grief related to loss of ability and/or death. Assist residents with health care decisions. Assist with personal shopping. Assist in inventory and tracking patient belongings. Coordinate response to reports of missing, lost or stolen belongings. Assist in obtaining resources from community and social services agencies as well as health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in securing appropriate prosthetics and assistive devices. Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other departments in the facility, and outside community agencies, so that social services can be provided to meet the needs of the residents. Document regarding resident social service status. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on-site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assist in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team. Provide in-service training to the staff as requested. Counselling residents and family members. Supervisory Requirements This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or in Human Services and 2 years of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. MSW preferred Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 25 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching occasionally. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Posted 30+ days ago
Lifespace CommunitiesMilwaukee, WI
$19 - $27 / hour
Community: Newcastle Place Address: 12600 N Port Mequon, Wisconsin 53092 Pay Range $19.28-$26.52+ Hourly Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team as our new Social Services Assistant today! A few details about the role: Attend resident care planning meetings and assist with completing social service documentation in accordance with community policies and procedures, state, and federal laws. Assist in the inquiry process, move-in coordination, and paperwork completion processes. Conduct tours as needed and follow welcome procedures for all new move-ins. Work with the Qualified Social Worker to ensure all new residents upon move-in to introduce self, community, and review move-in packet, verify insurance coverage and inform of any extra costs for non-covered services. Assist the Qualified Social Worker to make referrals, arrange transportation, and provide the necessary support to meet the psycho-social medically related needs of the residents. Document psycho-social needs and pertinent social data about personal and family problems related to resident illness and care, and actions taken to meet resident needs. Complete all required documentation pertaining to advance care planning to include assisting with completion of Advanced Directives per regulatory standards and compliance. Coordinate with residents, families, team members, and other outside agencies/providers for in-house services as needed and move-out planning activities. Ensure confidentiality of all resident care information is maintained. Review and explain Resident Rights and Grievance process. Assist with investigating any resident vulnerable adult complaint and report as necessary to department of human services. And here's what you need to apply: High school diploma Associate degree or bachelor's degree in human services like field (Sociology, Psychology, Family/Consumer Sciences, etc.) preferred. Experience in senior living or skilled nursing preferred. Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities, Inc., founded in Des Moines, Iowa and based in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and servers over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations. Equal Opportunity Employer If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!
Posted 1 week ago
St. Charles Health SystemRedmond, OR
$40 - $60 / hour
Pay range: $39.95 - $59.94 ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Licensed Social Services Specialist REPORTS TO POSITION: Manager or Director of Care Coordination for Social Services DEPARTMENT: Social Services DATE LAST REVIEWED: August 2024 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: St. Charles Health System's Social Services Specialist may support any one, or a combination of the following social services departments: Emergency Room, Family Birthing, NICU, Pediatrics, Inpatient Medical Units, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Hospice, Home Health, or Behavioral Health. These departments provide system-wide support including, but not limited to working with a multi-disciplinary team to assess needs of patients and families, provide supportive assessments, therapeutic interventions, counseling resource referrals, care coordination for hospice, and long-term care placement funding and services. In addition, these departments also provide the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of patient and family from admission through bereavement utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to care that includes physicians, registered nurses, chaplains, social workers, volunteers, and counselors. These departments may additionally provide identified services as needed to support those affected by chronic or acute illness. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Licensed Social Services Specialist assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients and their families by helping patients utilize services to achieve optimum level of function throughout the continuum of care. The Licensed Social Services Specialist provides supportive counseling, end-of-life support, care planning, and brief interventions including assessment and treatment for patients experiencing coexisting medical concerns and social/behavioral/mental health issues. The Licensed Social Services Specialist provides a therapeutic presence in services to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way. The Licensed Social Services Specialist can be assigned to provide supervision to student interns and employees through accredited graduate programs. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Practices in compliance with the State of Oregon Board of Licensed Clinical Social Workers and/or Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists Code of Ethics. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure care is accomplished effectively and efficiently in a cost-effective manner and establishes, reviews and revises the plan of care for each patient. Coordinates care plans as a consultative service with collaboration of interdisciplinary teams to address psychosocial needs related to injuries, accidents, and critical incidents. Advocates for patient's needs, ensuring they receive appropriate services and resources to assist in continuum of care and discharge planning. Participates with team members in facilitating patient's and family's learning throughout the continuum of care. Reinforces patient's continued health care through teaching and referrals, advocates for patient rights, and addresses barriers to care. Provides bio-psychosocial and trauma-informed interventions, support, and referrals to patients and families. Collaborates to identify coping strategies and support mechanisms. Identifies and communicates community resources, acting as a resource for patients and families throughout the continuum of care. Provides brief, evidence-based interventions for emotional distress. Assesses threats of self-harm or harm to others. Provides education, support, community resources, and care planning for palliative care, hospice and bereavement needs. Conducts comprehensive assessments of economic, mental health, family dynamics, and social support systems. Evaluates Social Determinants of Health and connects patients with appropriate resources. Provides substance abuse assessments and brief interventions (SBIRT, DAST) and refers to outpatient behavioral health for follow-up for patients scoring positively on the Columbia Suicide Risk Assessment. Identifies victims of child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse. Makes appropriate referrals and notifies the Department of Human Services (DHS) and/or law enforcement when applicable. Provides information, education and resource referrals related to advance directives, power of attorneys, guardianship, conservatorship, and long-term care services. Assists in navigating legal avenues for guardianship and navigating pathways through local and state resources. Gathers and documents data promptly, ensuring compliance with department standards. Maintains accurate records of patient interactions, assessments, and interventions. Collaborates with electronic health record systems to document social work interventions. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the health system's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all company investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a timely, efficient, and accurate way that promotes goodwill. Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION: Required: Master's level degree in Social Work or Behavioral Sciences. Preferred: N/A LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required: Oregon licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Valid current Oregon driver's license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements for Home Health, Hospice and Behavioral Health departments. Preferred: Accredited Case Manager Certification (ACMA:ACM-SW). Member of the National Association of Social Worker's or another national association membership. EXPERIENCE: Required: One (1) year experience in a healthcare or social work related field. Preferred: Two (2) years of experience in a hospital setting. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, keyboard operation. Occasionally (25%): Standing, walking, bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing, operation of a motor vehicle, ability to hear whispered speech level. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 11-50 pounds. Exposure to Elemental Factors Occasionally (25%): Chemical solution for Laboratory Caregivers. Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP Schedule Weekly Hours: 40 Caregiver Type: Regular Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Is Exempt Position? No Job Family: LICENSED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH THERAPIST Scheduled Days of the Week: Variable Shift Start & End Time: 8:00am -4:30pm
Posted 2 weeks ago
PACSWest Valley, NY
Establishes course of action by exploring options; setting goals with resident and their families. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self care, independence and well being. Provide medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident is attained or maintained. Evaluate social and family information, psychological and emotional needs to assist in assessing social services needs as well as develop care plans for social services issues. Provide emotional support and address emotional problems including assisting residents and family with difficulties in coping with physical disabilities, fears related to health conditions as well as grief related to loss of ability and/or death. Assist residents with health care decisions. Assist with personal shopping. Assist in inventory and tracking patient belongings. Coordinate response to reports of missing, lost or stolen belongings. Assist in obtaining resources from community and social services agencies as well as health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in securing appropriate prosthetics and assistive devices. Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other departments in the facility, and outside community agencies, so that social services can be provided to meet the needs of the residents. Document regarding resident social service status. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assist in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team. Provide in service training to the staff as requested. Counselling residents and family members. Supervisory Requirements This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or in Human Services and 2 years of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. MSW preferred Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 25 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching occasionally. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
Posted 30+ days ago
UnitedHealth Group Inc.Sugar Land, TX
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. This position provides psychosocial case management services for oncology patients. Services provided are generally crisis oriented, and are geared to assist patients make proper use of the health care system, while improving the outcome of care. The social worker functions as part of a multidisciplinary health care team with providers and other clinical staff at Kelsey-Seybold Clinic. In addition, the social worker acts as a resource to physicians and staff, as well as a liaison for the patient. You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Masters degree in social work from an accredited university Licensed by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners 1+ years of experience in medical social work Computer literate Proven communication and problem-solving skills Proven ability to work with all ages, socioeconomic and educational levels Valid Texas driver's license Preferred Qualifications: For positions in Oncology experience For positions in Oncology, OSW-C EPIC experience Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Posted 6 days ago
State of ArkansasFayetteville, AR
Position Number: 22111980 County: Washington Posting End Date: 01/31/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary: $52,137.00 DCFS Hiring Official; Cathy Coleman Special Work Conditions: The SSS is expected to be prepared to work non- standard work hours which often include evenings, weekends and holidays; be on a 24 hour on-call rotation for up to 7 days at a time; operate a motor vehicle safely according to applicable laws at any time of day or night; have reliable personal transportation; extensive in-state travel ability; maintain a valid driver's license and current auto insurance; ability to work with families who are experiencing poverty, addiction, and/or some type of neglectful or abusive situation; to lift weight (i.e., picking up children) up to 50 lbs.; ability to transport children and adults, ability to deal with complex situations and problem solve those situations, ability to deal with stressful situations. Preferred Qualifications: Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In lieu of a degree, relevant professional experience may be substituted. The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Position Information Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path Classification: Social Services Specialist Class Code: SSP16P Pay Grade: SGS06 Salary Range: $52,137 - $77,163 Job Summary The Social Services Specialist provides case management, client advocacy, and program support for individuals and families in need. This role requires assessing client needs, connecting individuals to community resources, and maintaining compliance with social services policies. Primary Responsibilities Assess client eligibility and provide individualized case management. Develop service plans tailored to client needs. Conduct home visits, interviews, and risk assessments. Maintain detailed case records and documentation. Advocate for clients in legal, medical, and housing matters. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques Knowledge of Arkansas social service laws, policies, and regulations Ability to analyze client needs and create action plans Understanding of behavioral health and protective services Minimum Qualifications Minimum of two years of work experience in human services programs or public service. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check. Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market: Fayetteville
Posted 5 days ago
Valley HealthWinchester, VA
Department SOCIAL SERVICES - 207170 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Grade 116 Job Description The Discharge Planner will offer clinical assessment of social, emotional, medical, spiritual and physical needs. The Discharge Planner is able to assess the patient holistically and develop a plan of care based on that assessment. This role will be actively involved with patient assessments and interviews as well as communication with family members. Contribute and/or facilitate a safe and timely discharge of patients who require post-acute care services in coordination with multidisciplinary team. Contribute and/or facilitate the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations. Crisis intervention and discharge planning to patients and families with medically/socially complex psychosocial needs. Coordinate the legal process and paperwork involved with protective services, guardianships, adoptions, and advance directives. Assist with the arrangement and follow-up with community resources; in providing a seamless transition utilizing the entire continuum of care; and help to facilitate patients' movement to the next level of care. Duties include, but are not limited to: Identify appropriate community resources and collaborate with patients, families, multi-disciplinary teams, and community agencies to achieve desired patient outcomes. Maintain contact with referral sources until appropriate resources are confirmed. Contribute to the development of a goal-directed, age-appropriate plan of care through a multi-disciplinary team process that is prioritized and based on determined medical diagnosis, patient needs, and expected patient outcomes. Communicate with patients, families, physicians and health care staff to facilitate coordination of clinical activities and to enhance the effect of the transition from one level of care to another across the continuum. Maintain appropriate level of knowledge regarding admission, continued stay, and observation statuses for Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurers for all post-acute care services. Promote relationships with commercial and managed care case managers to streamline acceptance process. Review and interpret the medical record to determine the appropriateness of patient for post-acute admission to include medical history, tolerance to therapies, potential for improvement, and discharge plans. Ability to recognize, identify, and report signs and symptoms of suspected abuse and/or neglect; making and reporting appropriate referrals to CPS/APS within the specified time frame as required by VA/WV law. Provide emotional support and employ therapeutic techniques to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Assist medical staff with identifying decision-makers for patients who are not able to make their own medical decisions and do not have a healthcare surrogate or Medical Power of Attorney. Possess working knowledge of third-party reimbursement processes as well as Medicaid processes/plans for VA and WV. Provide substance abuse assessment and resource referral information to patients identified as having potential need for substance abuse treatment. Provide information and assistance with completing advance directives and medical power of attorney forms. Attend and participate in discharge planning rounds Communicate status of plan to care team through appropriate and timely documentation. Complete Medicaid screening paperwork for VA and WV prior to patient discharge as required. Assist in the development of safety plans as needed. Coordinate and/or contribute to arranging discharges to post-acute care facilities. Assist with and coordinate adoptions. Coordinate and contribute to arranging transportation for discharge as needed. Testify in court as needed. Provide on call services as required by management at WMC. Adjust work hours and/or ensuring coverage to meet requirements of patient/family in order to optimize clinical and financial outcomes as they relate to discharge plans. Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops related to area of practice. Education Master's degree from an accredited social work program or equivalent required Experience Previous social work experience in a medical setting desired Certification & Licensure BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Qualifications Knowledgeable in stages of human growth and development for neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric populations. Skills in interpersonal relationships, clinical assessment, and group process. High levels of verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact with other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team. Must be self-directed and have the ability to tolerate frequent interruptions and a demanding work load. Physical Demands 25 A Social Work FLSA Classification Exempt Benefits At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
Posted 30+ days ago
Berkshire HealthcareSouth Yarmouth, MA
Windsor has been part of the community since 1975, providing families with skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence to support quality of life. Our experienced team offers compassionate, specialized care to reduce hospital readmissions and improve outcomes through rehab, long-term care, adult day health, and restorative services. Be part of a collaborative, caring team at Integritus Healthcare. We offer excellent benefits, including generous paid time off and exceptional health insurance - plus real opportunities to grow your career. If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to have you on board! Summary: Works collaboratively with other team members to coordinate care and provide education for all residents related to any physical, emotional, or psycho-social needs while at the facility, discharge planning and referrals to home services, or end of life care. Essential Job Functions: Demonstrates an awareness of, a respect for, and attention to the diversity of the people with whom they interact (persons served, personnel, families/caregivers, and other stakeholders) that is reflected in attitudes, behavior and services. Assists short term and long term residents and their families in adjusting to their illness, by dealing with life changes, grief, loss, placement, and depression through counseling and developing resident centered care plans with other members of the Interdisciplinary care team. Assists with advanced directive planning in collaboration with nursing and medical services. Responds to resident and family needs by advocating on behalf of the resident any wishes that are presented. Attends appropriate facility meetings on behalf of the residents such as Care plan meetings, Welcome meetings, Medicare meetings, etc.; protects the residents from abuse, neglect and misappropriation of property. Completes documentation per federal and state guidelines and sends required documentation to appropriate agencies and physicians. Assists in ensuring accuracy in census, collaborating with nurse liaison on prospective residents, touring prospective residents/families, and conducting PASAAR screens when appropriate. Meets and welcomes new residents to facility. Educates residents and families regarding financial needs, monitors and assists with insurance verification and transitions of payment options, issues Medicare A & B non-coverage cut letters and collaborates with the business office for issues related to payment. Assists with orientation of new employees as it relates to resident rights. Qualifications: Must possess a college degree. Bachelor's in social work preferred. 2 Years' experience in a long-term care facility. LSW, BSW in the state of Massachusetts Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Posted 2 weeks ago
State of ArkansasBentonville, AR
$35,610 - $52,703 / year
Position Number: 22103345 County: Benton Posting End Date: 01/13/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary: $35,610.00 DCFS Hiring Official; Norine Pippin Preferred Qualifications: Experience in working with children and/or families, some experience with community engagement or community resources. Computer experience preferred. Organizational skills are a must. Special Work Conditions: The SSA is expected to be prepared to work non- standard work hours which often include evenings, weekends and holidays; be on a 24 hour on-call rotation for up to 7 days at a time; operate a motor vehicle safely according to applicable laws at any time of day or night; have reliable personal transportation; extensive in-state travel ability; maintain a valid driver's license and current auto insurance; ability to work with families who are experiencing poverty, addiction, and/or some type of neglectful or abusive situation; to lift weight (i.e., picking up children) up to 50 lbs.; ability to transport children and adults, ability to deal with complex situations and problem solve those situations. The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. Position Information Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path Classification: Social Services Assistant Class Code: SSP10P Pay Grade: SGS02 Salary Range: $35,610 - $52,703 Job Summary The Social Services Assistant provides supportive services to social workers, case managers, and clients. This role assists with administrative tasks, outreach efforts, and client referrals to ensure efficient and effective service delivery. Primary Responsibilities Assist in client intake and service referrals. Provide basic counseling and resource navigation. Maintain accurate records and case documentation. Support community outreach and public education initiatives. Coordinate scheduling and follow-ups for client services. Knowledge and Skills Strong organizational and administrative abilities. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check. Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market: Fayetteville
Posted 3 weeks ago
PACSSouth Creek, NC
$25 - $40 / hour
Reports to: Administrator Full Wage Range: $25.00 - $40.00 Full job description: Establishes course of action by exploring options; setting goals with resident and their families. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self care, independence and well being. Provide medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident is attained or maintained. Evaluate social and family information, psychological and emotional needs to assist in assessing social services needs as well as develop care plans for social services issues. Provide emotional support and address emotional problems including assisting residents and family with difficulties in coping with physical disabilities, fears related to health conditions as well as grief related to loss of ability and/or death. Assist residents with health care decisions. Assist with personal shopping. Assist in inventory and tracking patient belongings. Coordinate response to reports of missing, lost or stolen belongings. Assist in obtaining resources from community and social services agencies as well as health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in securing appropriate prosthetics and assistive devices. Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other departments in the facility, and outside community agencies, so that social services can be provided to meet the needs of the residents. Document regarding resident social service status. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assist in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Coordinates with interdisciplinary team. Provide in service training to the staff as requested. Counselling residents and family members. Supervisory Requirements This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or in Human Services and 2 years of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals. MSW preferred Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 25 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching occasionally. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position. Full job description: Summary of Benefits We are proud to offer our staff low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents will be as follows: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off for vacation accruing at 4 hours a month, 48 FT or 40 PT annually recurring sick day hours prorated based on hire date, and 7 paid Holidays each year. EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED - At South Creek Post Acute, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values Excellence, Trust, Accountability, Mutual Respect, and Love, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different. Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience and education. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Posted 30+ days ago
Allies4OutcomesGreenville, NC
$45 - $60 / hour
Ready to take your social work career in a bold new direction? Do you have five years or more of experience in APS, Guardianship, and other DSS Adult & Aging Services Program Areas? Do you live close to Pitt County - in Wilson, Edgecombe, Martin, Beaufort, Craven, or Lenoir Counties??? We're growing and looking for dynamic, experienced, and well-trained social workers who are efficient, knowledgeable, and committed to excellence in practice. Our company embodies innovation and redefines the way social work is practiced in North Carolina. Our team authentically embraces the A4O values, excellence in customer service, and the ability to be flexible. We are actively recruiting for Pitt County to join our Adult & Aging Services Social Work Team . This team will partner with counties and the A4O Consultant Team to deliver results in addressing case needs across Adult & Aging Services program areas. As a member of the ISSWT, you'll engage in direct practice, including: 1. Adult Protective Services (APS) Investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable or disabled adults. Determine if protective services are necessary and develop service plans to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals. Coordinate with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community partners. 2. Guardianship & Legal Interventions Initiate and manage adult guardianship proceedings when individuals are deemed incapable of making decisions. Serve as guardian of the person (and sometimes estate) if appointed by the court. Prepare legal documentation and represent DSS in court proceedings. 3. In-Home Aide and Support Services Assess client eligibility and level of need for in-home care, personal assistance, or homemaker services. Develop and monitor care plans to support adults living safely in their own homes. 4. Long-Term Care and Special Assistance Assess for placement in adult care homes or nursing facilities. Determine eligibility for Special Assistance (SA) and Medicaid-related services. Conduct annual or semiannual reassessments and reviews of placement settings. 5. Case Management and Multidisciplinary Collaboration Coordinate with mental health, public health, housing agencies, and healthcare providers. Participate in multidisciplinary teams to address complex client needs. Provide crisis intervention and long-term case planning. Determine if protective services are necessary and develop service plans to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals. Coordinate with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community partners. MUST embody the Allies4Outcomes foundational values, excellence in customer service & teamwork philosophy!! We have opportunities available for up to 38 hours per week, on weekends, and after hours across the state. Join us in transforming Adult & Aging Services practice and delivery through collaboration, innovation, and impact. Required Competencies: Must have at least five years of experience in a Social Worker III role or a Supervisory role i n DSS organizations in NC Deep knowledge of NC policy, practice, continuous quality improvement practices, and engagement of adults, their caregivers and the community partners Utilize technology and work independently, ensuring that company values and customer service philosophy are effectively communicated to our county clients. Ability to manage change for yourself (flexible, creative, emotionally regulated), assist others in managing change, and support organizational change. Be willing to travel across NC and be flexible in work hours to meet the needs of the County. Meet the Social Worker III requirements outlined below. We have immediate opportunities beginning now. See our website for more info: www.allies4outcomes.com Job Description: Social Worker III, Adult & Aging Services The Adult and Aging Services Unit provides citizens with the social services to support the achievement of goals of self-sufficiency. Further, it is the aim of this unit is to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of adults but if necessary, intervene to provide protection. The primary purpose of this position in relation to Adult and Aging Services is as follows: To provide Special Assistance In-Home Services to clients that meet eligibility requirements for the program. To manage a caseload of Adult Protective Services. This shall include completing a thorough evaluation to determine if the disabled adult has been abused, neglected or exploited. The worker will also work towards mobilizing services to assist the adult is needed .To provide At-Risk Case Management Services assist adults who are at-risk or show evidence of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational, and other services. To manage a caseload of guardianship cases. This shall include at the minimum a quarterly contact with the ward and his/her caregiver. The social worker will have conferences with physicians and other professionals to ensure the ward's needs are being met. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Please note - all education, including high school, and all employment history should be included in the body of the application for the application to be considered complete. Thorough knowledge of social work principles, techniques, and practices, and their application to complex casework, group work, and community problems. Considerable knowledge of family and group dynamics and a range of intervention techniques, governmental and private organizations, and resources in the community, laws, regulations, and policies which govern the program. General knowledge of the methods and principles of casework supervision and training. In certain settings, considerable knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes and their treatment as they relate to decisions regarding clinical interventions and appropriate therapies based on medical or psychological diagnosis. Skill in establishing rapport with a client and in applying techniques or assessing psychosocial, behavioral, and psychological aspects of client's problems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of case load and their families, as well as civic, legal, medical, social, and religious organizations. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely and to plan and execute work effectively. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work. Master's degree in a human services field and one year of directly related experience*; Bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university and two years directly related experience*; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of directly related experience. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: DSS Adult & Aging Services: 5 years (Required) Ability to Commute: Pitt County, NC (Required) Work Location: In person
Posted 30+ days ago
Sea Mar Community Health CentersBurien, WA
$27+ / hour
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Social Services Specialist I - Posting #26961 Hourly Rate: $26.90 Position Summary: Part-time Social Services Specialist position available for Sea Mar's MSS Department in Burien, WA. The role of the Social Service Specialist is to conduct an initial screening and provide a comprehensive integrated clinical psychosocial assessment; develop intervention plans based on that assessment; provide brief treatment toward the care plan; provide transition services for long term counseling/treatment and Infant Case Management; and consult with the interdisciplinary Maternity Support Services team on the needs of clients served. The productivity expectation for this position is 20 or more client encounters per week for full-time work. Duties and Responsibilities: Introduces clients to integrated MSS services (either in home or at clinic) and performs systematic social services screening to determine current status and needs in a variety of areas. Based on identified client needs, makes referrals to appropriate agencies/services or provides information and assists clients for self-referral. Provides advocacy as needed to encourage participation in implementing the care plan or to resolve problems which are interfering with active participation in the care plan (such as transportation or language barrier). Charts notes of the services provided as required by the state and agency in Sea Mar’s Electronic Health Records. Assists client in accomplishing tasks necessary to access services such as filling out appropriate forms, obtaining necessary documentation or authorization. Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the agency, as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations. Complete a thorough, culturally sensitive, psychosocial assessment which includes but is not limited to: Personal history (cultural background, health status, coping strategies, mental health status, substance use, abuse and violence); current family functioning; review of support systems (formal and informal); and basic physical needs. This assessment is shared with the client and team members to assure that all relevant psychosocial issues are addressed in the care planning. Participate fully in all interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on client’s assessed psychosocial needs and on interdisciplinary team plans for client. The goal is to build family strengths and resiliency. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and current Certified Counselor through the State of Washington Department of Health or Chemical Dependency Counselor. Experience working with underserved populations such as, but not limited to, those who have limited English speaking skills, are homeless, and migrant and seasonal workers. If the patient requires services beyond brief intervention, the Social Service Specialist is responsible for coordinating the timely referral to behavioral health services. Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders, chronic mental illness, and those who require crisis intervention. Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and broad knowledge of community resources to facilitate whole person care. Knowledge of evidence-based screening tools (PHQ 9, GAD 7, AUDIT, DAST, etc.) and the ability to use these tools as part of a framework to make appropriate level of care interventions and referrals for patients as needed. Good working knowledge and skills in using electronic health record platforms, external registries, as well as the Microsoft suite of programs in order to document patient services, develop and run reports, etc. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred, but not required. Must be open to using an interpreter. How to Apply: To apply for this position complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW . If you have any questions regarding the position, email email Paola Jimenez, MSS Program Manager, at paolajimenez@seamarchc.org . Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted 10/3/2024 External candidates are considered after 10/8/2024 This position is represented by Office and Professionals Employees International Union (OPEIU) Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html Powered by JazzHR
Posted 30+ days ago
Sea Mar Community Health CentersSeattle, WA
$27+ / hour
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Social Services Specialist I - Posting #26956 Hourly Rate: $26.90 Position Summary: Full-time Social Services Specialist position available for Sea Mar's MSS Department in Seattle, WA. The role of the Social Service Specialist is to conduct an initial screening and provide a comprehensive integrated clinical psychosocial assessment; develop intervention plans based on that assessment; provide brief treatment toward the care plan; provide transition services for long term counseling/treatment and Infant Case Management; and consult with the interdisciplinary Maternity Support Services team on the needs of clients served. The productivity expectation for this position is 20 or more client encounters per week for full-time work. Duties and Responsibilities: Introduces clients to integrated MSS services (either in home or at clinic) and performs systematic social services screening to determine current status and needs in a variety of areas. Based on identified client needs, makes referrals to appropriate agencies/services or provides information and assists clients for self-referral. Provides advocacy as needed to encourage participation in implementing the care plan or to resolve problems which are interfering with active participation in the care plan (such as transportation or language barrier). Charts notes of the services provided as required by the state and agency in Sea Mar’s Electronic Health Records. Assists client in accomplishing tasks necessary to access services such as filling out appropriate forms, obtaining necessary documentation or authorization. Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the agency, as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations. Complete a thorough, culturally sensitive, psychosocial assessment which includes but is not limited to: Personal history (cultural background, health status, coping strategies, mental health status, substance use, abuse and violence); current family functioning; review of support systems (formal and informal); and basic physical needs. This assessment is shared with the client and team members to assure that all relevant psychosocial issues are addressed in the care planning. Participate fully in all interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on client’s assessed psychosocial needs and on interdisciplinary team plans for client. The goal is to build family strengths and resiliency. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and current Certified Counselor through the State of Washington Department of Health or Chemical Dependency Counselor. Experience working with underserved populations such as, but not limited to, those who have limited English speaking skills, are homeless, and migrant and seasonal workers. If the patient requires services beyond brief intervention, the Social Service Specialist is responsible for coordinating the timely referral to behavioral health services. Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders, chronic mental illness, and those who require crisis intervention. Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and broad knowledge of community resources to facilitate whole person care. Knowledge of evidence-based screening tools (PHQ 9, GAD 7, AUDIT, DAST, etc.) and the ability to use these tools as part of a framework to make appropriate level of care interventions and referrals for patients as needed. Good working knowledge and skills in using electronic health record platforms, external registries, as well as the Microsoft suite of programs in order to document patient services, develop and run reports, etc. Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred, but not required. Must be open to using an interpreter. What We offer: Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: Medical Dental Vision Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long Term Disability EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment. How to Apply: To apply for this position complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW . If you have any questions regarding the position, email email Paola Jimenez, MSS Program Manager, at paolajimenez@seamarchc.org . Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posted 10/3/2024 External candidates are considered after 10/8/2024 This position is represented by Office and Professionals Employees International Union (OPEIU) Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply through our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html Powered by JazzHR
Posted 30+ days ago
Advocate Health and Hospitals CorporationCharlotte, North Carolina
$20 - $31 / hour
Department: 36655 Atrium Health Behavioral Health: Charlotte - Initial Stage Psychosis Management Youth Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday 8a-5p, no weekends or night shifts Pay Range $20.40 - $30.60 Essential Functions Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Interacts with program participants and co-workers with empathy, and respect maintaining dignity and confidentiality. Demonstrates an understanding of the procedures for responding to a crisis both for the individuals served and person providing peer support services. Uses trauma sensitive communication skills to engage clients. Demonstrates the ability to conduct daily life skills groups following the guidelines and principles of Recovery and Trauma Informed Care. Educates the client with treatment team input regarding potential referral sources to coordinate services for clients. Demonstrates an understanding of HIPPA and obtains signed releases of information prior to sharing information. Demonstrates the ability to disengage from their relationship with whom they are working. Demonstrates the ability to document clearly, concisely, and accurately all individual and group meetings. Physical Requirements Works in various community environments (homes, hospitals, emergency rooms, group homes, assisted living facilities) and in an office setting, with exposure to potentially combative and hostile clients. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, answering pages, and coordinating and communicating with other staff persons in various disciplines and agencies. May be required to use company vehicles depending on location and may transport clients to placement when appropriate to facilitate the transition. Education, Experience and Certifications. High School diploma or GED required.Bachelor's degree in a relevant human services field preferred (such as social work or psychology). Successful completion of Certified Peer Support Training Program within 6 months of hire. Maintains peer support certificate per state standards. CPI and CPR required on a yearly basis for those working on an inpatient unit. Previous personal experience with the treatment of psychiatric illness is preferred.Previous experience working with the SPMI population preferred. Must have good therapeutic communication skills. Ability and willingness to work as a team member. Must have good communication skills and the ability to read and write. Must have computer skills sufficient to document in an electronic medical record. If driving is required by department the defensive driving class is required to be completed annually. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Posted 1 day ago
MSS Social Services Specialist
Sea Mar Community Health CentersBellingham, Washington
$28+ / hour
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Job Description
Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:
Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization
Position Summary
The role of the Social Service Specialist is to conduct an initial screening and provide a comprehensive integrated clinical psychosocial assessment; develop intervention plans based on that assessment; provide brief treatment toward the care plan; provide transition services for long term counseling/treatment and Infant Case Management; and consult with the interdisciplinary Maternity Support Services team on the needs of clients served. The productivity expectation for this position is 20 or more client encounters per week for full-time work.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a mission-driven organization, the core values of, and the services offered at Sea Mar are based on the belief that everyone deserves to be respectfully treated in a way that preserves dignity and enhances self-worth. Sea Mar is an advocate for its clients and aims to achieve industry-leading, client-centered, culturally-aware services.
Sea Mar employees serve as an extension of this mission and demonstrate their commitment to an excellent client experience by:
- Understanding and empathizing with client needs
- Surpassing client expectations
- Demonstrating a high level of integrity and work ethics
- Exhibiting compassion and commitment
- Advocating for social justice
- Taking pride in individual work as well as that of the team
- Continually learning to stay current with industry standards, best practices and technology
- Utilizing AIDET skills at all times
As a Sea Mar employee, the individual in this position commits to adherence to these values to their utmost ability and endeavors to strengthen and embody this mission daily.
The Social Service Specialist:
- Exemplifies excellent customer relations with clients, visitors, and other employees; shows courtesy, friendliness, and respect.
- Introduces clients to integrated MSS services (either in home or at clinic) and performs systematic social services screening to determine current status and needs in a variety of areas.
- Based on identified client needs, makes referrals to appropriate agencies/services or provides information and assists clients for self-referral.
- Provides advocacy as needed to encourage participation in implementing the care plan or to resolve problems which are interfering with active participation in the care plan (such as transportation or language barrier).
- Charts notes of the services provided as required by the state and agency in Sea Mar’s Electronic Health Records.
- Assists client in accomplishing tasks necessary to access services such as filling out appropriate forms, obtaining necessary documentation or authorization.
- Maintains regular face-to-face contact with client in order to monitor implementation of the care plan.
- Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the agency, as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations.
- Completes daily documentation as directed by the MSS Manager and First Step program guidelines.
- Reports any unusual incidents to their manager or the Preventive Health Services Director. The Social Service Specialist is a state mandated reporter, as such; he/she will report to the state any suspected case of child/elder abuse or neglect as mandated by WAC.
- Complete a thorough, culturally sensitive, psychosocial assessment which includes but is not limited to: Personal history (cultural background, health status, coping strategies, mental health status, substance use, abuse and violence); current family functioning; review of support systems (formal and informal); and basic physical needs. This assessment is shared with the client and team members to assure that all relevant psychosocial issues are addressed in the care planning.
- Provide brief, culturally relevant, counseling to client/families which would include: crisis intervention; mental health concerns; pregnancy and birth options; grief; stress; parenting; coping skills; problem-solving; abuse/neglect; family violence. Educate the client to make informed decision regarding personal, child and family health/mental health care and treatment. Brief counseling is defined as counseling to assist the client in developing some skills to cope with issues presented and developing a plan to address ongoing longer term treatment with appropriate mental health providers.
- Communicate clearly, oral and written, with clients, community professionals and interdisciplinary team members. This includes maintaining records that are clear and concise regarding psychosocial and/or needs assessment, service plans, treatment and follow-up care. The documentation must reflect legal mandates for reporting abuse/neglect.
- Participate fully in all interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on client’s assessed psychosocial needs and on interdisciplinary team plans for client. The goal is to build family strengths and resiliency.
- Develop working relationships within the service system network in particular services that have significant impact on pregnant and parenting clients such as: Mental Health and Chemical Dependency systems; network within service providing community serving this population to develop strategies to improve services delivery.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the client served.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
- Able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients.
- Performance of additional duties as assigned.
Personnel and Performance Metrics:
The Social Service Specialist will:
- Adhere to his/her established schedule and must be prepared to provide services and/or engage in other work related duties by her/his established start time, each day
- Provide services using AIDET skills at all times, for both, external and internal customers
Qualifications
The Social Service Specialist must be able to perform each essential duty as outlined above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The Social Service Specialist demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development throughout the life span, and is able to identify and categorize each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infants, adolescents, or geriatric patients. Additionally, the Social Service Specialist must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
- The person in this position must be of good character and able to maintain the understanding, physical health, emotional stability and personality suited to meet the physical, mental, emotional, and social needs of the population served.
- The person in this position shall have no history or evidence of alcohol or other drug misuse for a period of three (3) years prior to the date of employment at the facility, and no misuse of alcohol or other drugs while employed at this facility.
- This individual cannot be a person who has been convicted of a felony within the last seven years or ever been convicted of child abuse and / or any crime involving physical harm to another person nor be a perpetrator of substantiated child abuse.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The Social Service Specialist has:
- Knowledge of the Patient Centered Health Home Model of care.
- The ability to work with an inter-disciplinary care team. Members of the team may include medical providers, nursing staff, care coordinators, behavioral health, preventive health and other support staff.
- Knowledge of evidence-based screening tools (PHQ 9, GAD 7, AUDIT, DAST, etc.) and the ability to use these tools as part of a framework to make appropriate level of care interventions and referrals for patients as needed.
- The ability to maintain effective relationships and professional rapport with patients and members of the multidisciplinary team.
- The skills and ability to actively engage patients in therapeutic alliances.
- Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Good working knowledge and skills in using electronic health record platforms, external registries, as well as the Microsoft suite of programs in order to document patient services, develop and run reports, etc.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Have the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Must have typing proficiency of at least 35 wpm. Basic knowledge of computers and programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and electronic health care records. Possess the ability to learn new programs as they may pertain to use of electronic health records.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Have the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
- Have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, and Medical Screening
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and current Certified Counselor through the State of Washington Department of Health or Chemical Dependency Counselor. Sea Mar does not provide clinical supervision for licensure purposes.
- Experience working with underserved populations such as, but not limited to, those who have limited English speaking skills, are homeless, and migrant and seasonal workers. If the patient requires services beyond brief intervention, the Social Service Specialist is responsible for coordinating the timely referral to behavioral health services.
- Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders, chronic mental illness, and those who require crisis intervention.
- Experience working with safety-net providers within the community and broad knowledge of community resources to facilitate whole person care.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Washington State driver's license required.
- This person must receive a background check from Washington State Patrol TB test annually.
- This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment.
Additional Requirements
- Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required
- Annual influenza vaccine required. Only exception is for employees with a medical or religious exemption approved by Administration. Employees with an approved medical or religious exemption must wear a mask at all time during the flu season.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Hourly - Hourly Plan, 27.71 USD HourlyWhat We Offer:
Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Prescription coverage
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid-time-off starting at 27 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
- We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.
Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html
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