We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization:
SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital
Position Overview:
The Medical Social Work Associate (MSW) provides crisis intervention, information, referrals, and discharge planning for patients and their families, ranging in age from infancy to geriatrics. Serves as an expert and liaison to community resources. Provides coordination of complex discharge planning needs and referrals to appropriate support services. Achieves a timely, effective, coordinated discharge plan by involving other members of the health care team. Works closely with Clinical Reviewers to achieve the highest quality care and service and the best possible outcomes in a cost-effective manner
Job Description:
EDUCATION
Master's: Masters Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
OR Masters of Social Services, MSS, degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
EXPERIENCE
Two years experience in a Health Care setting and one year acute care hospital experience.
Previous experience in Discharge Planning preferred.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong clinical psychosocial skills with ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory appropriate to specific age groups.
Knowledge and understanding of individual, child and family development, human behavior and communication, discharge planning and the influence of culture and values in social environments.
Ability to plan and implement an effective discharge plan for patients and families.
Knowledge of Medicare , MediCal , State and Federal regulations.
Knowledge of child, elder, domestic and dependent abuse reporting requirements
Knowledge of Community resources and hospital contracts. Knowledge of Hospital Policy and Procedures Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications
Good interpersonal and communications skills
Ability to work under the supervision of the Supervisor of Social Services
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Time management skills
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Per Diem/Casual
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Variable
Weekend Requirements:
Rotating Weekends
Benefits:
No
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
0
Employee Status:
Per Diem/Casual
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $46.52 to $62.50 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.
We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.
Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.