3330 Lomita Blvd. Torrance CA, 90505 | 310.325.9110
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Home Health
Description
The medical Social Worker assists the physician and other team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to the health problems. | |
Core Competencies | |
Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient's illness and environment and communicates findings to case manger and clinical manager. | |
Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. | |
Provides information and referral services for patients and families/caregivers and coordinates community resources regarding practical and environmental needs. | |
Participates in the development of the plan of care and case conferences. | |
Assists physicians and other team members in understanding patients significant social and emotional factors related to health problems. | |
Maintains clinical records on all patients which include initial evaluations and treatment plans; daily progress notes which reflect patient status and progress toward long and short term goals; interim re-evaluations showing treatment plan adjustments; case conference reports; and discharge summaries. | |
Attends educational programs and professional meetings as they relate to the provision of social work services. | |
Department Specific Competencies | |
Adheres to annual I will statements. | |
Education | |
Degree | Program |
N/A | N/A |
Additional Information | |
Master of Social Work from an Accredited School of Social Work. | |
Experience | |
Number of Years Experience | Type of Experience |
1 | social work experience in health care setting |
Additional Information | |
N/A | |
License / Certification Requirements | |
Licensed Clinical Social Worker | |
BLS or ACLS from the American Heart Association | |
Drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation |