Healthcare Social Workers

Provides Thorough Psychosocial Evaluations and Assessment of Patient and Family Needs
Interviews patient/family
Continually assesses social and emotional functioning and patient/family adjustment to illness/injury/problem
Identifies and plans for treatment of current or potential adjustment difficulties
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to thoroughly assess and provide care appropriate to the patients served
Demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
Collects, assesses, and interprets data reflective of the patients status and identifies each patients needs relative to patients age and developmental level
Identifies cultural, socioeconomic, religious, and other factors that may impact treatment
Provides information and helps educate patient/family
Provides appropriate referrals to link patient/family with resources, services, and opportunities
Reports any suspected abuse or neglect issues, as per Florida State statues
Competently and consistently completes accurate, concise legible documentation in a timely manner in patient records in accordance with department guidelines

Develops Psychosocial Treatment Plan for Patient when Appropriate
Uses information obtained from psychosocial assessment and by other team members to develop a treatment plan specific for patient/family needs
Involves patient/family in the development of the treatment plan
Provides direction as needed to other team members, as required, regarding services to patient/family

Facilitates Transition to Next Level of Care
Ensures continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare team
Maintains contact with patient/family throughout treatment to adapt discharge planning to changing needs
Makes referrals based upon ongoing psychosocial assessment
Communicates with service providers to help patient/family obtain needed services (advocacy)

Provides Clinical Counseling/Therapy for Patients and Families when Appropriate
LCSWs can initiate Baker Act 52. All clinicians can process a Baker Act 32 and act as liaison with the court system
Conducts cognitive screenings to assist with formation with DSMV diagnosis and treatment
Provides appropriate clinical counseling/therapy which may include individual, group and/or family therapy
Provides individual and family crisis intervention where appropriate
Facilitates optimal adjustment to problems identified in clinical psychosocial treatment plan
Provides psycho-education information to patient and family when appropriate
Collaborates with healthcare team in promoting and providing mental health education and wellness initiatives
Provides as appropriate, relaxation and stress management interventions or techniques

Provides Quality Patient/Family Care of all age Groups
Encourages patient/family participation in care and empowers patient/family whenever possible
Helps explain procedures, therapies, systems, and treatment plans in age/developmental/educational specific psychosocial needs
Provides treatment appropriate for patient/familys age, developmental level, educational level, and specific psychosocial needs
Demonstrates a positive professional attitude and cooperatively and constructively relates to all patients, families, guests, and other healthcare members
Respects and supports patient/family rights and advocates for patient/family
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with department policy and professional standards
Proficiently organizes individual workload and sets appropriate priorities based on patients needs, treatment plan, and department policy and standards
Always maintains patient safety
Attends patient rounds as indicated

Practices and Promotes Positive Client Relations
Consistently follows Commitment to Excellence Standards
Demonstrates sound professional judgment by identifying risk management issues and ethical conflicts. Addresses with appropriate disciplines as indicated.
Addresses and seeks to rectify patient, family, guest complaints/concerns
Facilitates productivity, team building, and high team morale in the department and organization

Other Related Functions
Effectively and efficiently uses human resources, time, equipment, and supplies
Provides coverage for other Clinicians as needed
Performs other duties, as assigned

Education/Training
Masters Degree from an accredited program in Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required.

Licensure/Certification
They need to be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMH) or a Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor (LMFC).

Experience
Three years related experience to include one year of HIV experience.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills
Precise eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.

Essential Mental Abilities
Knowledgeable and competent to perform all essential functions. Moderate exposure to stress and mental fatigue.

Essential Sensory Requirements
Ability to perform all essential functions visually and audibly.

Essential Physical Requirements
Sufficient strength to lift, pull, or push light to heavy objects up to 50 lbs.

Exposure to Hazards
Exposure to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids and chemical products.