Job Description
Job type: Per Diem
Shift: Days
Position Summary
Assists in managing daily operations of the Social Services Department. The Social Worker intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies. In addition, offer crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and coordinates and facilitates the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations. This role will receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members (including physicians, Case Managers, staff nurses and other members of the care team).
Physical demands:
• Prolonged and extensive walking, standing
• Lift supplies/equipment
• Light physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 pounds)
• Occasional reaching stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
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Working Conditions:
• May be exposed to bodily fluids and wastes
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
Minimum Education/Certification/Experience:
• Master’s Degree Social Work
• Minimum of two years acute hospital experience preferred
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Embark on a rewarding career with Hi-Desert Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Hi-Desert Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status