Social Worker I MSW- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Job ID: 171730
Category: Social Work
Work Type: FT
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Date Posted: Feb 27, 2023
Work Schedule: Full-Time
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Summary:
HUP is looking for a Social Worker to join the team! Responsible for discharge planning and contributing to the patient's treatment plan through and understanding of social, psychological and/or environmental needs related to the impact of illness and need for hospitalization. Professional activities will be carried out in accordance with the code of ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers. Opportunities are available for Social Workers in both the ambulatory and inpatient setting. Social Workers are valued members of the health care team who focus on assessment of the patient and family. Social Workers are responsible for addressing social determinants of health, linking patients and families to community resources, and facilitating transitions to alternate levels of care. Social Workers contribute to the patient's treatment plan through an understanding of social, financial, psychological and/or environmental needs related to the impact of illness. Professional activities will be carried out in accordance with the code of ethics established by the National Association of Social Workers.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates the discharge planning process to ensure a safe and timely transition from hospital to home, community, or institutional setting.
- Collaborates and cooperates with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to ensure continuity of care.
- Identifies and attends to the psychological needs of patients and families.
- Provides counseling to patients, families and groups.
- Responsible for documentation in the medical record, statistics and reports as required.
- Facilitates legal matters, financial entitlements and complies with grants and contracts when applicable.
- Maintains relationships with community agencies and keeps up-to-date on resources.
- Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions
- Enhances own professional development and maintains formal and informal continuing education for self improvement.
Credentials:
- Licensed Social Worker
- MSW or LSW preferred.
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- Master's Degree in Social Work and 0-1 years Health Care experience in field instruction and/or employment in a health care setting required.
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