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Location:

Flower Hospital

Department:

Psychiatric Administration

Weekly Hours:

40

Status:

Full time

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Summary:

The Social Worker is responsible for coordinating the facility placement, community agency referral and social coping aspects for 100% of the assigned patient populations. They will serve as a direct provider, referral source and resource to other staff in an effort to promote the delivery of high quality, fiscally responsible continuing care services. The Social Worker will provide professional social work services to patients, families, and/or caregiver(s), which reflect the biopsychosocial needs of the patient and enable him/her to achieve an optimal level of health in accordance with social work practice and hospital policy and procedures. The Social Worker will perform other related duties as required or directed.

The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions. It should not be considered exhaustive.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

+ Initial Assessment and Discharge Plan: Complete initial assessment within 24-48 hours (or 72 hours in Michigan) and compile discharge plans reflecting clinical and social needs, in collaboration with the patient, family, and medical staff.

+ Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in treatment team meetings, provide recommendations for discharge amendments, and gather necessary data from the patient and family for effective discharge planning.

+ Discharge Placement and Resources: Initiate discharge placement options, educate patients and families on facility placements, and liaise with community mental health centers and other agencies.

+ Patient Counseling and Education: Provide individual and group counseling, facilitate at least three weekly patient educational meetings, and assess patients' needs, including financial limitations for referrals.

+ Safety and Crisis Management: Assess patients’ suicidal/homicidal potential, take appropriate actions, and implement seclusion and restraint procedures as needed according to department policy.

+ Documentation and Communication: Maintainaccurate documentation of patient interactions, ensure timely completion of necessary paperwork, and engage in ongoing communication with relevant departments.

+ Professional Development and Leadership: Stay current with social work standards, develop in-service programs, and provide leadership and consultation to staff, patients, families, and community agencies.

+ Customer Satisfaction and Advocacy: Address customer satisfaction issues, promote continuity of care, and advocate for patients' and families' rights, ensuring a positive, professional role model within the team.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

+ **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution.

+ **Skills:** Extensive knowledge of the community and discharge planning required. Strong interpersonal skills to work independently. Knowledge of community resources and/or federal regulations.

+ **Years of Experience:** 3-5 years of experience in a comprehensive inpatient Psychiatric Unit (or comparable work experience).

+ **License:** L.S.W., MSW or Professional Counselor from the State of Ohio. Michigan-BSW from the State of Michigan

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

+ **Certification:** Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.

**ProMedica** is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus (https://www.promedica.org/Pages/about-us/default.aspx) .

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact **[email protected]**

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace