What are the responsibilities and job description for the SOCIAL WORKER position at Dameron Hospital?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Social Worker provides psychosocial and discharge planning services to all inpatients and select outpatients as
identified through the Utilization Review Program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Planning,
organizing, and implementing social work, discharge planning, and post-acute care services for patients and families
through patient and family engagement and based on their goals and preferences. Demonstrates proficiency in
navigating relevant community services to reduce and minimize barriers to patients’ access and use of community
resources. Identifies patients with risk of abuse, neglect or exploitation and intervenes per California mandatory
reporting processes. Collaborates with the Resource & Utilization Management staff in assuring appropriate services
to the patient in a cost-efficient manner. Coordinates services to promote continuity of services post discharge as
appropriate. Demonstrates proficiency in delivering care to assigned age specific patient population (e.g., infants,
adolescents, adults, geriatrics, pediatrics) and participates in related continuing education. Must be able to perform
jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all
mandatory safety devices and procedures. Must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may
include the wearing of a respirator. This is a non-union position. See Essential Job Functions.
Details: FTE: 1.0 (5 x 8s) DAY
8:00AM - 4:30PM
Qualifications:POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduate of an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate or advanced degree in social work. MSW
preferred.
Experience:
1 -3 years in related field or similar situation preferred.
Salary : $34 - $45