GENERAL SUMMARY:

To provide psychosocial assessment planning, treatment and education for adult and geriatric patients and their families in collaboration with all members of the interdisciplinary group.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Provides Medical Social Work Services in the place of residence to adult and geriatric populations and their families through complete assessment of the psychosocial needs affecting the patient/family and making appropriate written plans for care.

Participates in agency and system-wide continuous quality improvement activities to improve performance and patient outcomes. Collaborates with leadership to develop and implement policies, procedures, CQI activities, reporting, training and education to ensure organization-wide compliance with legal, ethical, contractual and/or regulatory standards (i.e. TJC, HCFA, OIG, Corporate Compliance, MIOSHA, etc.)  Develops partnerships with all members of the health care team and exhibits behaviors that displays teamwork, professionalism and respect for diversity.  Participates in the orientation of new members of the health care team and exhibits behaviors that promote a positive learning experience. Maintains a safe and risk-free environment for patients, their families/significant others and other staff. Creates a caring experience for both internal and external customers; is courteous and respectful, anticipates and responds to customer needs; and gives high priority to customer satisfaction. Demonstrates personal accountability for own continuous growth and development and seeks out appropriate learning opportunities to enhance competency and improve performance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Master’s Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

One (1) year of work experience in health care

One (1) year experience in Hospice preferred

 

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

Current Michigan Licensure – MSW

Current BLS certification

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Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Allegiance Hospital Department: HOSPICE RESIDENCE Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable