Staff PositionLevel I Social Work - Social Worker
$38-40/hour
Level I Social Work - Social Worker
Kaiser Permanente
Silver Spring, MD
3x8 hrs, Days
Sign-On Bonus
$38-40/hourOverview
- Shift Breakdown3x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- SettingHospital
Pay
22% higher than average Social Worker / Social Worker pay in Maryland
Estimated pay
$38-40/hour- Sign-On bonus$6,000
Benefits
- Sign-On bonus
Qualifications
The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
Required
- Social Worker (1 year)
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- Eligible to work in US
Other
Description
This position is eligible for $6,000 sign on bonus!
Job Summary:
For members of a defined population, responsible for collaborating with the members of the health care team to facilitate the coordination of appropriate, cost-effective services that are consistent with members plan of care, help achieve his/her optimal level of independence, and enhance quality of life.
Essential Responsibilities:
Experience
Education
License, Certification, Registration
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Summary:
For members of a defined population, responsible for collaborating with the members of the health care team to facilitate the coordination of appropriate, cost-effective services that are consistent with members plan of care, help achieve his/her optimal level of independence, and enhance quality of life.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, problem identification, psychosocial assessment, financial counseling/referral, accessing community resources, placement for care, guiding the member through health-related legal processes, or consultation and support to other health care professionals.
- Effectively manages and coordinates assigned caseload consistent with established criteria.
- Completes comprehensive psychosocial assessment to evaluate patient goals, social support systems, resources, health status, functional limitations, psychological status, environmental factors, and response to treatment so as to decrease inappropriate utilization of medical services.
- In close collaboration with the nurse case manager and other members of the health care team, develops and monitors a plan of care designed to promote the members optimal level of functioning and enhance the quality of life.
- Identifies, facilitates, and advocates appropriate organizational and community resources to meet the plan of care and ensures that they are implemented for in a cost effective, efficient, and timely manner.
- Ensures consistent and reliable documentation of case management activities in compliance with all organization and department standards.
- Analyzes patient and program outcomes to identify improvements in program, quality, and cost effectiveness of case management activities.
- Facilitates application process for accessing local, state, and federally funded programs (e.g., Medicaid, Medicare, and Disability) and/or refers to appropriate community agencies in cases of suspected patient abuse/neglect when identified.
- Provides supportive counseling and education to members, families and caregivers, members of the health care team, health plan staff, and the community, including end-of-life issues and Advanced Directives.
- Promotes self-awareness and knowledge of current case management standards in the community and recent innovations in patient care.
- Maintains current knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies relating to the practice of social work in the local market/local agencies and maintains high social work standards as defined by the NASW Code of Ethics.
- Scheduling and coordinating family meetings as needed.
- Completing guardianship paperwork and providing technology assistance so that patients/family can virtually attend court proceedings, as needed.
- INPATIENT ONLY - Completion of Uniform Assessment Instruments (UAIS) form for long-term care (Virginia Medicaid requirement only).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience
- N/A
Education
- Bachelors degree in social work required.
License, Certification, Registration
- This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required before hire. Additional Credentials from the secondary work state(s) are required post hire.
- Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (Maryland) within 6 months of hire
- Licensed Social Work Associate (District of Columbia) within 6 months of hire
- Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (Virginia) within 6 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
- N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with computer software programs in a Windows environment preferred.
- Knowledge of community systems and resources in the defined service area preferred.
- Knowledge of regulatory issues for the Mid-Atlantic area preferred.
Vanessa Caldwell
Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1301574. Posted job title: Lswa,Lbsw-Social Work Case Manager-In Patient I Silver Spring, Md Holy Cross Hospital Eg
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About
At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. Together, we're proudly working as one for a healthier today and tomorrow.
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About Silver Spring, MD
Cost of Living
- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
Weather
- Summer average high: 86°F, average low: 66°F.
- Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 27°F.
Furnished Housing
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through rental websites.
Transportation
- Car friendly with good road infrastructure, limited public transportation options.
Demographics
- Diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma.
- Silver Spring has a large population of travel nurses due to its proximity to major healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and access to outdoor recreational areas like parks and hiking trails.
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