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WMCHealth

Social Work Assistant

Kingston, NY · On-site

The Social Work Assistant is responsible for providing case management and discharge planning services. This professional is a key member of the Case Management treatment team and is an active member ...

Carteret County, NC

Social Work Supervisor III

Beaufort, NC · On-site

$59K - $76K/yr

Description Social Work Supervisor III - Permanency Planning The Job Carteret County Government's Department of Social Services is seeking a Social Work Supervisor III to join the Permanency Planning ...

St. Barnabas

Social Work Assistant

Bronx, NY · On-site

Call patients that were Discharged from the ED. * Asst inpatient Social Work staff without patient resources. VIII. EMR knowledge and skills - EPIC * Documents patient care navigator notes. IX. Email ...

St Barnabas Hospital

Social Work Assistant

Bronx, NY · On-site

Call patients that were Discharged from the ED. * Asst inpatient Social Work staff without patient resources. VIII. EMR knowledge and skills - EPIC * Documents patient care navigator notes. IX. Email ...

St Barnabas Hospital

Social Work Assistant

Bronx, NY

Call patients that were Discharged from the ED. * Asst inpatient Social Work staff without patient resources. VIII. EMR knowledge and skills - EPIC * Documents patient care navigator notes. IX. Email ...

St. Barnabas

Social Work Assistant

Bronx, NY · On-site

Call patients that were Discharged from the ED. * Asst inpatient Social Work staff without patient resources. VIII. EMR knowledge and skills - EPIC * Documents patient care navigator notes. IX. Email ...

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Social workers help individuals, families, and communities cope with challenges in their lives. They provide support, resources, and advocacy to assist people dealing with issues such as mental health, child welfare, substance abuse, and poverty. Social workers may work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and community organizations, and often help clients navigate complex social services systems.

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Social workers often manage multiple cases simultaneously, which can be challenging due to high workloads and the emotional demands of supporting clients in crisis. To address these challenges, many organizations provide supervision, peer support, and ongoing training to help social workers prioritize tasks and practice self-care. Time management skills and effective documentation are also crucial in staying organized. Additionally, agencies may utilize case management software to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens.

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Social Work Assistant

WMCHealth

Kingston, NY • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The Social Work Assistant is responsible for providing case management and discharge planning services. This professional is a key member of the Case Management treatment team and is an active member in the inpatient units multidisciplinary daily meeting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Functions as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Assists Discharge Planner with post discharge care of patients by sending and following up with referrals to appropriate community agencies to meet aftercare needs.
  • Documents all interaction timely and accurately.
  • Exhibits high standards of guest, staff and community relations and maintains professional behavior in performing these duties.
  • Identifies problems and communicates these problems to the Discharge Planner and treatment team.
  • Adheres to Mental Health Units policies and procedures in admitting new patients.
  • Develops and expands knowledge of community resources and other concrete services.
  • Maintains a safe and orderly work area and adheres to hospital policies, procedures, and standard safe work practices.
  • Maintains and fosters positive working relationships with appropriate community service providers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUISITIONS

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of 2-3 years experience in Acute Behavioral Health clinical specialty, preferred.
  • Experience with discharge planning preferred.

EDUCATION:

  • High School Diploma
  • Associates Degree preferred

OTHER:

  • If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
  • Must have excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a high caseload.
  • Ability to manage high volume of data and successfully negotiate with the interdisciplinary staff and external agencies.

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