What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Specialist position at Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium?
Job Overview
The Social Worker position at Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and compassionate individual to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. As a key member of the primary care team, this role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
About Our Team
Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium is a non-profit health consortium serving the health interests of residents in Southeast Alaska. We prioritize the development and advancement of our employees while fostering a culture of mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
The Social Worker position at Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and compassionate individual to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. As a key member of the primary care team, this role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
- Interview patients and their designees to obtain relevant psycho-social information and determine the effect of illness on patients and their families.
- Participate in the development of interdisciplinary plans of care and coordinate discharge planning.
- Make referrals for home or social services care, equipment, and supplies as needed.
- Provide therapeutic support and education to patients, families, and caregivers.
About Our Team
Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium is a non-profit health consortium serving the health interests of residents in Southeast Alaska. We prioritize the development and advancement of our employees while fostering a culture of mutual respect, trust, and open communication.
