Continuing Care Coordinator (Social Work)

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology.

Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John's has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its' commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals' vision, mission and value.

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John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John's dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John's Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients.

The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong

Responsibilities

Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients and families, through assessment of inpatients based on assignment. Patients are screened for continuing care needs, including emotional support, community resource needs, home care, Sub-acute and Acute Rehab placement as well as in patient care and after care authorizations.

The Continuing Care Coordinator educates, coordinates, and collaborates with nurses, physicians, case managers and interdisciplinary members of the Healthcare team, to assure an ongoing comprehensive discharge plan.Ensures appropriate use of resources within an appropriate length of stay. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team on the patient's treatment plan. Reviews admissions and continued stays in accordance with establishing discharge plan.

Qualifications

Master's level professional in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling from an accredited school. Masters required, LMSW or LCSW preferred.

Minimum three years experience in case management and discharge planning. Experience with Chemical and Alcohol dependent patients. Palliative Care Experience or Familiar with Hospice Programs.

Knowledge of Medical Insurance procedures regarding discharge planning. New York State screen assessment certification desirable. Ability to communicate in Spanish is an asset.

Knowledge of the services of the community, health, welfare, and social agencies. Familiar with Medicaid and services provided by Medicaid. Must be able to function well under pressure. Demonstrates flexibility and creativity.