What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker (PT) HH St Jude Clinic position at Hendrick Health System?
Social worker will provide psychosocial assessments and referrals to patients and their families related to illness adjustment, coping mechanisms and other needs that may arise. Social worker will use researched-based techniques to assess the emotional needs of the patient and families to provide group and individual support. Social worker will act as patient advocate by recommending resources for patient’s needs, such as social support and financial assistance and any other community referrals needed. Social worker will have knowledge of community resources to provide support to the patients being served. Social worker will provide guidance and assistance regarding mandatory reporting needs of children being served and their siblings. Social worker will educate patients (and their caregivers) about stress management and self-care. Social worker will provide grief support and referrals to additional services as needed for palliative care and end of life support.