Medical Social Worker, Home Health (PT, 20 hours per pay period)

Company: Allied Services Integrated Health System
Location: Clarks Summit
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

Description

Under the supervision of the AVP of Home Health, or designee, the Social Worker assesses patient's problems, and plans and implements social work treatment; works with community resources; confers with nursing and other rehabilitation staff; observes confidentiality and autonomy of patient/family; and participates in ongoing orientation of professional staff.

The Social Worker must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served - adolescent through geriatric. The Social Worker must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Home Health Division's policies and procedures.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

EDUCATION:

Master's degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two (2) years experience in a Social Work Department in a healthcare setting required.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Licensure in Social Work from the State of Pennsylvania preferred.

Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff, patients, families, and external agencies.

Must be able to organize and coordinate services.

Must have strong understanding of family dynamics and individuals as they relate to illness and disability.

Valid PA driver's license and available transportation during all working hours required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Light work: duties require exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move, lift, carry, push, and pull objects.

Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift.

Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication is required.

Must be able to travel to patient's homes where conditions may be less than desirable.

Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

No unusual accident or health hazards inherent in position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in a well-lit office area and in varying conditions in patient homes.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB:

E = Essential Element NE = Nonessential Element

• 70% Provides skilled social work service in the home, including formulating a psycho-social assessment based on an evaluation of the environmental, psychological, familial, and health factors; impact of illness on patient/family, adaptive-coping mechanisms, specific stress areas, and financial difficulties including eligibility for public assistance and other insurance programs or private community resources. (E)
• 9% Collaborates with nursing and other staff members regarding patient/family needs including psycho-social, financial, medical, and environmental. Advises on social problems and coordinates discharge planning with other health care members. (E)
• 6% Develops social work treatment plan based on evaluation; goals assessed in consideration of realistic appraisal of patient/family's ability and/or wish to participate. Implements individual patient/family counseling. (E)
• 6% Participates in case conferences to evaluate and implement resources and/or options available to patients. Participates and reports in interdisciplinary team meetings. Attends and participates in Utilization Review Committee meetings. (E)
• 3% Serves as a primary contact for all internal and external requests for information regarding cases. Locates, establishes, and maintains information and liaison with community resources. Intervenes or serves as advocate with community resources as necessary on patient behalf to procure services. (E)
• 2% Assists in the development and implementation of policies related to social work activities. (E)
• 1% Prepares a variety of reports related to direct service activities, such as daily visit reports, progress reports, discharge summaries, and baseline reports per agency policy. (E)
• 1% Participates in ongoing in-service training and attends seminars appropriate to social service. (NE)
• 1% Assists in orientation of staff members to the social work department. (NE)
• 1% Participates in educational programs including community education and continuous quality improvement activities. (NE)
  ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
  --- Employee demonstrates "team player" behavior (offers help and support, welcomes changes). Consistently strives to maintain a harmonious relationship and positive attitude within Allied Services.
  
  --- Demonstrates responsibility through responsiveness to others and follows up on matters requiring additional attention. Contacts appropriate personnel as required.
  
  --- Addresses patients, visitors, and co-workers in a pleasant and respectful manner. Displays courtesy. Provides direction to patients, families, and visitors, as necessary. Employee shows respect for, and empathizes with, all customers and protects customer confidentiality.
  
  --- Consistently on time and ready to work at start of shift. Does not abuse or take advantage of sick time or personal days. Always provides proper notification to supervisor and advance notice of absence or tardiness.
  
  --- Demonstrates ability to make logical decisions and seek assistance if necessary.
  
  --- Utilizes time in an efficient manner, completing duties timely and safely. Demonstrates a willingness to help when needed for additional tasks.
  
  --- Employee makes a great first impression by, making people feel welcome and using good telephone skills.
  
  --- Employee listens, anticipates and resolves customer issues.
  
  --- Employee takes pride in, stays informed of and involved in, the Allied Health Care System.
  
  --- Employee uses appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication with all customers.
  
  --- Maintains a professional appearance at all times. Observes dress code and wears identification badge while working. Demonstrates a concern for cleanliness of self and work area.
  
  --- Demonstrates initiative for personal growth by attending mandatory in-services and/or continuing education classes.
  
  --- Provides knowledge of mission statement. Demonstrates knowledge of Code of Ethics.
  
  --- Ensures all levels of confidentiality are maintained.
  
  --- Reviews Human Resources and Departmental Policy and Procedure Manual.
  
  --- Resolves conflict constructively.
  
  --- Possesses the understanding of Corporate Compliance and Code of Conduct policies/procedures.
  
  --- Successfully completes annual safety training and is competent in safety policies/procedures.
  
  --- Participates in job-related risk reduction strategies and general safety processes. Monitors environment for potential risks to patient, visitor and staff safety. Assists in reporting, investigating and documenting variances. Supports divisional safety plan.
  
  --- Employee is aware of his/her positions' impact and importance in meeting organizational goals and objectives.

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