Description

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The Social Worker MSW is a split position that works with both hospital patients and long-term care residents. In the acute hospital setting the social work role is fast-paced and focused on providing resources", and skilled support to allow patients to discharge safely to the next level of care. The long-term care side offers opportunities to form longer-term relationships as the social worker helps people adjust to and thrive in the LTC setting, and cope with changes and loss. Both settings require great organizational skills and team work as well as an ability to be a strong patient advocate. They require flexibility and creative problem-solving within the unique Kodiak Island Community.

The social worker is a member if on-island multidisciplinary teams for daily collaboration, and a regional team for social-work specific guidance and support. The Social Worker MSW works under the direction of Care Management Leadership and is employed by Providence Health & Services. The position will practice in accordance with competencies and guidelines outlined in Standards for Social Work Practice in Health Care Settings and the Code of Ethics as defined by the National Association of Social Workers.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Kodiak Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Hours: Full-time, 1.0 FTE, Day Shift, 40 Hours Per Week

$10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment," and Relocation Assistance available for those who qualify

Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system!

Required qualifications:

• Master's Degree Degree as a Social Worker from an accredited School of Social Work.

• Upon hire: Licensed Master of Social Work Or

• Upon hire: Licensed Master of Social Work Temporary

Preferred qualifications:

• Certification in Oncology Social Worker (OSW) in Oncology Setting

• American Case Management Certification (ACM) in Acute Care Setting

• 2 years Medical Social Work experience.

• Experience with computerized documentation and medical records is preferred at the time of hire.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well", growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you," so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone"," especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

" About Providence

"At Providence", our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people," advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

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.

Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

" About the Team

"Providence has a long history of serving Alaska", beginning when the Sisters of Providence first brought health care to Nome in 1902 during the Gold Rush. This pioneering spirit set the standard for modern health care in Alaska and formed the foundation for Providence's growth as the state's largest private employer and leading health care provider.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are located in Anchorage, Eagle River, Kodiak Island, Mat-Su, Seward, and Valdez. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

We are committed to cultural diversity and equal employment for all individuals. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, compensate, transfer, train, retain, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including certain language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, and military and veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. We will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified caregiver or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business.

We are a community where all people, regardless of differences, are welcome, secure, and valued. We value respect, appreciation, collaboration, diversity, and a shared commitment to serving our communities. We expect that all workforce members in our community will act in ways which reflect a commitment to and accountability for, racial and social justice and equality in the workplace. As such, we will maintain a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on any applicable legally protected status. We also expect that all workforce members will maintain a positive workplace free from any unacceptable conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile," or offensive work environment.

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Requsition ID: "201885
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Social Services
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 1010 AK PKIMC LTC NURSING
Address: AK Kodiak 1915 Rezanof
Work Location: Providence Kodiak Island Medical Ctr-Kodiak",,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Pay Range: $32.38 - $48.58
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.

Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.