What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Specialist I position at BayCare?
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
The Social Services Specialist responsibilities include:
- Being a member of a collaborative practice model that includes patients, nurses, hospital care coordinators, physicians, and other practitioners, caregivers, and the community
- Provides coordination, referral and interdisciplinary discharge planning
- They are knowledgeable about treatment, social and economic implications for individuals and families as it pertains to their age, stage of development and discharge needs
- Possesses a clear understanding of discharge and transition planning and linkage with community resources
- Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple functions
Position details:
- Location: Dunedin Hospital - Dunedin, FL
- Status: Part Time, 16 hours per week
- Schedule: Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Weekend Requirement: Every
- On Call: No
Certifications and Licensures:
- Preferred ACM (Case Management) or
- Preferred CCM (Case Manager)
Education:
- Required Bachelors in Social Work, Sociology, or Related Field
Experience:
- Required 6 months Internship or
- Required 6 months Social Work in an acute care setting
Benefits:
- Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k match and additional yearly contribution
- Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
- Community discounts and more
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