What are the responsibilities and job description for the LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER position at Mountain View Hospital?
Description
Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our team!
Job Summary
The MVH Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) supports MVH’s initiatives toward clinical integration. 1) improving quality and patient satisfaction, 2) improving outcomes and the overall health of the patient, and 3) reducing the total cost of care. Social Worker will provide assessment, intervention, and advocacy as needed to patients with varying levels of mental health conditions. This position requires a high degree of flexibility, independence, and knowledge of the health care system. It is important to understand and have a working knowledge of community resources to maximize emotional, social, and physical well-being of the patients being served by our MVH Primary Care Practices. LCSW will coordinate intervention with PCPs and other care providers as indicated.
Benefits
Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
- Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.
About Mountain View
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications
Education/Certifications: Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Experience: 6 months required experience, 2-5 yrs clinical experience preferred
Equipment/Technology: Experience with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Office, and various EMR systems.
Language/Communication: Must be patient, courteous, compassionate, and respectful with patients and their families. Effective written and oral skills. Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients and their families, co-workers, physicians, and administrative staff. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Ability to listen well and get clarification.
Mathematical Skills: General mathematic skills.
Mental Capabilities: Can concentrate for long periods of time in order to complete assigned tasks with a better than average attention span in order to listen, read and remember verbal and written instructions. Can understand input from the supervisor and/or manager concerning errors and instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. A clear understating of the importance of patient confidentiality and sensitivity regarding complex health problems. Ability to use critical thinking skills to assess patients and intervene as needed within scope of practice.
Interpersonal: Ability to work well with others as a team player. Organized, detail oriented, and the ability to manage to multi-task while maintaining a heavy load of complex patients. Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
Performance: Must be able to handle conflict issues with both patients and staff. Must follow established recommendations and guidelines. Must meet deadlines as needed.