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Social Worker II

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level II classification in the Social Worker series. The work is performed in a medical or psychiatric setting, involving the performance of social services for inmates, clients, or patients of state hospitals, clinics, and institutions, and includes routine and standard services for patients and patients' families. Incumbents are responsible for management of assigned client casework, which includes obtaining data for compiling social histories; helping patients in obtaining assistance from private social agencies, Veterans Administration, Social Security Administration, and other governmental sources; counseling patients on problems encountered in institutional living; and participating in discharge planning. Cases which appear to involve severe emotional complications are referred to a superior. The work is performed under general or close supervision. Supervision is generally received from a social worker in a higher classification or from an administrative superior. Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Interviews clients, client groups, offenders, and others to obtain extensive social, developmental, psychological, medical, family, educational, and employment background information. Prepares and maintains case history records. Collaborates with other professionals to evaluate the mental and/or physical condition of clients; determines services required to meet clients' needs; and coordinates and manages treatment plans for patients. Determines clients' strengths and needs using the Clients Functional Assessment (CFA) to assist clients in achieving his/her goals. Serves as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional, ensuring that the residents' Individual Service Plan is correctly implemented and that all other disciplines are monitoring and measuring their active treatment objectives regularly. Coordinates services among agencies contributing to patients' welfare; and schedules meetings with other professionals to ensure that clients are placed in the most appropriate setting. Assists clients and individuals with receiving and sending mail and making phone calls to parents or guardians. Assists clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support; meeting daily needs; and completing applications for benefits from state, federal, or private agencies. Modifies treatment plans according to changes in clients' status. Assists patients by coordinating Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) related requests concerning access to medical records. Updates and maintains contact information of parents and/or guardians. Conducts admission and discharge interviews and maintains summary reports. Coordinates home visits (including notifying pharmacy for medication and resident living for clothing and supplies). Provides families with workers in the home to assist with medical and/or respite needs with their child and or adult family member. Makes telephone calls and conducts face to face home visits with individuals and families to ensure services continue to be effective and appropriate. Counsels patient and family members on adjusting to routines and life at the facility and outside the facility. Performs related or similar duties as assigned or required. Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Master's level social work (LMSW or above) in the State of Mississippi; OR Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Bachelor's level social work (LSW) in the State of Mississippi; AND Experience: One (1) year of experience related to the described duties. Documentation Required: Applicants must attach a valid copy of his/her current social worker license. Essential Functions: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Conducts admission interviews to assess clients individually, in families, or in groups. 2. Prepares social histories to determine which services are required to meet patients' needs. 3. Collaborates with other professionals to coordinate clients' treatment plans. 4. Monitors, evaluates, and records clients' progress regarding treatment goals. 5. Counsels patients/clients/family members concerning the adjustment to treatment plans and/or daily routine. 6. Conducts discharge interviews and prepares discharge reports.

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level II classification in the Social Worker series. The work is performed in a medical or psychi...

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Social Worker IV

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level IV classification in the Social Worker series. The work involves the application of social work techniques to the practical and emotional needs of patients. Incumbents in this job classification perform social services for inmates, clients, or patients of state hospitals, clinics, and institutions, or other settings, both medical and psychiatric. The work also includes routine and standard services for patients and patients' families. Emphasis of work is on the independent performance of case management and casework services and assisting or consulting other professionals with evaluating and coordinating treatment plans in complex cases. Incumbents may participate in staff and administrative planning. General professional supervision is received from a social worker in a higher classification or from an administrative official. Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepares social history of patient after consultation with the patient, relatives, school, employers, physicians, and social agencies. Interviews clients individually, in families, or in groups, assessing their situations, psychosocial needs, medical history, capabilities, and problems, to determine which services are required to meet their needs. Collects supplementary information needed to assist clients, such as employment records, medical records, or school reports, etc. Collaborates with other professionals (e.g., counselors, physicians, or nurses) to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients, and to coordinate individualized treatment plans. Provides regular contact with clients and offenders and family members of clients/offenders. Monitors, evaluates, and records clients' progress with respect to treatment goals. Modifies treatment plans according to status of patients. Maintains case history records and prepares reports. Monitors and evaluates provider records for compliance with federal, state, and program guidelines. Serves as a liaison between facilities, individuals, families, and agencies that are part of the grant or waiver program. Informs clients of recommendations for discharge options, identifies referrals, completes discharge applications, and arranges discharge interviews. Refers clients to community resources for services such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, or financial assistance, and provides concrete information, such as where to go and how to apply. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Master's level social work (LMSW or above) in the State of Mississippi; AND Experience: Three (3) years of experience related to the described duties; OR Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Bachelor's level social work (LSW) in the State of Mississippi; AND Experience: Four (4) years of experience related to the described duties. Documentation Required: Applicants must attach a valid copy of his/her current social worker license. Essential Functions: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Conducts admission interviews to assess clients individually, in families, or in groups. 2. Prepares social histories to determine which services are required to meet patients' needs. 3. Collaborates with other professionals to coordinate clients' treatment plans. 4. Monitors, evaluates, and records clients' progress regarding treatment goals. 5. Counsels patients/clients/family members concerning the adjustment to treatment plans and/or daily routine. 6. Conducts discharge interviews and prepares discharge reports.

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level IV classification in the Social Worker series. The work involves the application of social ...

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Social Worker I

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level I classification in the Social Worker series. The work is performed in a medical, mental health or psychiatric setting, involving the performance of social services for inmates, clients, or patients of state hospitals, clinics, and institutions. It includes routine and standard services for patients and patients' families. Incumbents are responsible for management of assigned client casework, which includes obtaining data for compiling social histories; helping patients in obtaining assistance from private social agencies, Veterans Administration, Social Security Administration, and other governmental sources; counseling patients on problems encountered in institutional living; and participating in discharge planning. Cases which appear to involve severe emotional complications are referred to a superior. The work is performed under general or close supervision. Supervision is received from a Master's level social worker, a social worker in a higher classification, or from an administrative superior. Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Interviews clients, client groups, offenders, and others to obtain extensive social, developmental, psychological, medical, family, educational, and employment background information. Prepares and maintains case history records. Collaborates with other professionals to evaluate the mental and/or physical condition of clients; determines services required to meet clients' needs; and coordinates and manages treatment plans for patients. Determines clients' strengths and needs using the Client's Functional Assessment (CFA) to assist clients in achieving his/her goals. Serves as a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional, ensuring that the residents' Individual Service Plan is correctly implemented and that all other disciplines are monitoring and measuring their active treatment objectives regularly. Counsels patients and family members on adjusting to routines and life at the facility and outside the facility. Coordinates services among agencies contributing to patients' welfare; and schedules meetings with other professionals to ensure that clients are placed in the most appropriate setting. Assists clients/individuals with receiving and sending mail and making phone calls to parents/guardians. Assists clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support; meeting daily needs; and completing applications for benefits from state, federal, or private agencies. Modifies treatment plans according to changes in clients' status. Updates and maintains contact information of parents/guardians. Conducts admission and discharge interviews, and maintains summary reports. Coordinates home visits (including notifying pharmacy for medication and resident living for clothing/supplies). Provides families with workers in the home to assist with medical and/or respite needs with their child and or adult family member. Makes telephone calls and conducts face to face home visits with individuals and families to ensure services continue to be effective and appropriate. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Bachelor's level social work (LSW or above) in the State of Mississippi. Documentation Required: Applicants must attach a valid copy of his/her current social worker license. Essential Functions:Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions incude, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Conducts admission interviews to assess clients individually, in families, or in groups. 2. Prepares social histories and evaluations to determine which services are required to meet patients' needs. 3. Collaborates with other professionals to coordinate client's treatment plans. 4. Monitors, evaluates, and records client's progress regarding treatment goals. 5. Counsels patients/clients/family members concerning the adjustment to treatment plans and/or daily routine. 6. Obtains and assists with maintaining eligibility requirements for benefits such as Social Security, Medicaid, and Veterans Administration.

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level I classification in the Social Worker series. The work is performed in a medical, mental he...

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Hospice Medical Social Worker I PRN

Amedisys Home Health Services Montgomery AL, 36101

What You Will Do: As a Medical Social Worker (MSW) for Amedisys hospice, you will have the opportunity to assist and counsel patients and their family one on one with health rel...

Posted 3 days ago

Social Worker V

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level V classification in the Social Worker series. The work involves the application of social w...

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is the proficiency level V classification in the Social Worker series. The work involves the application of social work techniques to the practical and emotional needs of patients. Incumbents in this job classification perform social services for inmates, clients, or patients of state hospitals, clinics, and institutions, or other settings, both medical and psychiatric. The work also includes routine and standard services for patients and patients' families. Emphasis of work is on the independent performance of case management and casework services; and assisting or consulting other professionals with evaluating and coordinating treatment plans in complex cases. Incumbents may supervise subordinate social workers and social worker interns, and may participate in staff and administrative planning. General professional supervision is received from a social worker in a higher classification or from an administrative official. Examples of Work: Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepares social history of patients after consultation with the patients, relatives, school, employers, physicians, and social agencies. Serves on departmental and hospital committees as assigned. Interviews clients, client groups, offenders, and appropriate others to obtain extensive social, developmental, psychological, family, and educational background. Conducts a Psychosocial History of patients and families to better determine their social service needs. Collaborates with other professionals (e.g., counselors, physicians, or nurses) to evaluate the mental or physical condition of clients or patients. Develops, identifies, and monitors a patient/client tracking system. Educates clients on their rights and responsibilities as it relates to the American Disability Act (ADA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Maintains case history records and prepares reports. Assists clients in adhering to treatment plans, such as setting up appointments, arranging for transportation to appointments, or providing support. Educates clients or community members about mental or physical illness, abuse, medication, or available community resources. Reviews clients' chart for documentation of monthly progress notes, annual assessments, treatment plans, family contacts, and coordination of discharge plans. Assists patients in making application for benefits from state, federal, or private agencies. Provides direct specialized assistance of an administrative nature to include objective standards and control measures for the specific program assigned. Establishes standards, and provides supervision/guidance/motivation to staff that provide services to clients in health care settings. Develops, conducts, and coordinates in-service training for agency staff statewide. Develops and maintains an up-to-date, comprehensive listing of community and state resources for referral. Provides consultative and technical assistance for Quality Assurance activities. Utilizes precaution to ensure and maintain the confidentiality of information transmitted to other parties through the use of computers, electronic mail, facsimile machines, telephones, answering machines, and other electronic or computer technology. Minimum Qualifications: These minimum qualifications have been agreed upon by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in this job class and are based upon a job analysis and the essential functions. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Mississippi State Personnel Board in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Education/Licensure: Must be licensed to practice Master's level social work (LMSW or above) in the State of Mississippi; AND Experience: Five (5) years of experience related to the described duties; OR Education: Must be licensed to practice Bachelor's level social work (LSW) in the State of Mississippi; AND Experience: Six (6) years of experience related to the described duties. Documentation Required: Applicants must attach a valid copy of his/her current social worker license. Essential Functions: Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring agency. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. May supervise social worker subordinates, and social worker interns. 2. Provides consultation and/or administrative collaboration in development of policies, procedures, and standards. 3. Conducts clients' admission interviews and prepares social histories to determine which services are required to meet clients' needs. 4. Collaborates with other professionals to coordinate patients' treatment plans. 5. Counsels patients/clients/family members concerning the adjustment to treatment plans and/or daily routine. 6. Monitors and evaluates clients' progress, and maintains clients' progress records. 7. Conducts discharge interviews and prepares discharge reports. 8. Refers clients/patients/family members to community resources and assists them completing applications for benefits.

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Full Time Hospice Medical Social Worker (52931)

Gentiva Health Services, Inc. Montgomery AL, 36101

I believe that the care we give can make every moment count. Compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence – that's how our Hospice improves quality of life...

I believe that the care we give can make every moment count. Compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence – that's how our Hospice improves quality of life in the final stages of life. By delivering palliative care by hospice professionals, our patients can spend their remaining days in comfort and peace. Kindred at Home, a division of Kindred Healthcare Inc., is the nation's leading provider of comprehensive home health, hospice, and non-medical home care services. Kindred at Home, and its affiliates, including Gentiva, delivers compassionate, high-quality care to patients and clients in their homes or places of residence, including non-medical personal assistance, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and hospice and palliative care. Our caregivers focus on each unique patient to deliver the appropriate care and emotional support to our patients and their families. We believe that every moment matters. We believe in compassionate care. Most of all, we believe in dignity and respect for each patient we serve. As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you will: * Provide wide range of psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families. * Regularly assess the patient and family psychosocial needs. * Regularly assess the pre-bereavement/anticipatory grief needs. * Implement the Plan of Care provisions to meet their needs, which include: social service goals for alleviating problems, supportive counseling, problem solving, community referrals pre-bereavement and bereavement care. * Regularly re-evaluate the patient's and family's psychosocial needs. Required Skills Qualifications * Master's Degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education * Minimum of two year social work experience in a healthcare setting or social services agency * Current Social Worker license * Hospice experience a plus * Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (information and referral, state/federal financial programs and eligibility requirements, etc.). * Understand Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying * Strong organizational and communication skills Required Experience Keywords: Case management, case manager, case worker, clinical social work, clinical social worker, community outreach, Healthcare, health care, Homecare, home care, home health, homehealth, hospital, human services, LMSW, LSW, L.M.S.W., L.S.W., medical, medical care, med surg, med-surg, medicare, PRN, PDM, social work, social worker, MSW, M.S.W., medical social work, medical social worker, master social work, master social worker, master's social work, master's social worker, mastered social work, mastered social worker, hospice, palliative care, social services, hospice social work, hospice social worker, palliative care social work, palliative care social worker, end of life support, end of life care, certified hospice and palliative social worker, CHP-SW, CHP SW NASW, National Association of Social Workers, home health social work, home health social worker, SW job, SW jobs, MSW job, MSW jobs, clinical social work job, clinical social work jobs, clinical social worker job, clinical social worker jobs, LMSW job, LMSW jobs, LSW job, LSW jobs, L.M.S.W. job, L.M.S.W. jobs, L.S.W. job, L.S.W. jobs ~MON~ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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Medical Social Worker - PT

Alacare Home Health & Hospice Clanton AL, 35046

Home care allows you to get a full understanding of each patient's needs! Duties include: * Assessing the social and emotional factors affecting patients and families that impe...

Diversicare Montgomery AL, 36101

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Licensed Social Worker

Overview Make a Difference in our Residents' Lives! We are seeking a Social Worker that has a passion for providing the highest quality of care with compassion and integrity!...

Posted 4 weeks ago

Overview Make a Difference in our Residents' Lives! We are seeking a Social Worker that has a passion for providing the highest quality of care with compassion and integrity! We live our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, and Teamwork & Stewardship every day with every life we touch, providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations. DVCR123 Contact Ginger Shaffer, Talent Acquisition Manager GShaffer@DVCR.com Responsibilities Assists in pre-admission and admission process with customers; aids clients in adjusting to nursing home placement. Interviews residents and families to obtain relevant past and present adjustments, behavior and lifestyle. Documents progress and updates plans of care at the interdisciplinary care conference. Arranges transportation, makes appointments and acts as a liaison between all departments, residents' families and outside agencies. Assists in handling and accepting placement through one-on-one counseling and group work. Ascertains potential and develops discharge plans when clients are admitted. Arranges for post discharge services and follow-up care. Assesses emotional, financial, spiritual, educational and social needs of residents; ensures those needs are Manager, Education & Training by the facility or through the use of outside agencies. Acts as resident/family advocate and ensure the resident is knowledgeable in and exercises his/her rights. Responsible for organizing and conduction of Family Counsel Meetings and maintaining minutes of the meeting. Maintains effective communication with residents, families, healthcare professionals and facility staff. QualificationsBachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work License with State One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with patients and families. Experience in working in healthcare setting – preference in nursing home, hospice, home health, hospital. Ability to work with a variety of people in situations varying from community and nursing home planning. Able to make decisions concerning procedures based on evaluations and interpretations of case histories.

Dhs-Area Social Work Supv

Characteristics of Work Benefits Supplemental Questions This is professional social work of a supervisory nature. Incumbents are responsible for the supervision of social servic...