As a member of the interdisciplinary team, Social Workers contribute professional and clinical knowledge and skills to support patient and family access to health care resources. In addition, social workers provide assessment of psychosocial factors that influence a patient's health with connection to community resources to alleviate barriers. Works in various areas of the hospital setting providing direct care and emotional support, transition planning and facilitation, and advocacy.

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• Commitment to our Team - For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
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• Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

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• Performs psychosocial assessment of the patient to identify priority needs, strengths, patient preferences and barriers to care
• Provides crisis intervention services and emotional support to patients/families to enhance the ability to cope with the impact of health conditions
• Assesses grief issues and offers bereavement support
• Assists with planning for care transitions and collaborates with UPH, community services, and facilities to support patient safety and continuity of care
• Serves as a patient/family advocate in support of patient confidentiality, informed consent, patient autonomy, and self-determination
• Provides education to the patient/family regarding available services and supports and assists the patient to access those they are eligible for
• Provides advocacy and education to physician and other team members in understanding the psychosocial implications of illness and disease progression for the patient/family
• Facilitates patient/family meetings to enhance family support of the patient's care. Collaborates with social workers and other professionals across the continuum and in the community to ensure continuity of care
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare