Licensed Social Worker-Dialysis-Full Time (4 Days/Week)

Licensed Social Worker-Dialysis

Full Time

Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, located on the lobby level of the renowned Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation in New Hyde Park, New York, is seeking a Full Time Social Worker, with a strong background in Renal Social Work, to join our team of and provide quality clinical care and support to our patients and their families.

This position will have a regular schedule of 10am-8pm, 4 days per week.

QLIRI provides state-of-the-art in-center hemodialysis treatment for kidney disease patients. Our experienced interdisciplinary team of nephrologists and renal nurses offer chronic dialysis services in a comfortable and modern setting. Located on the Queens-Nassau boarder, Queens-Long Island Renal Institute has a longstanding reputation for the finest quality of care, state-of-the-art technology and uncompromised dignity.

Key Tasks Include:

• Conducts initial patient psychosocial assessment and comprehensive plan of care

• Provides support, information and assistance in treatment planning

• Develops and continues to monitor psychosocial goals for plan of care

• Counsels new patients and families on pre-dialysis education, including treatment options

• Acts as advocate on behalf of patient and family

• Completes and documents initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, evaluations and quarterly notes, along with documenting and monitoring ongoing psychosocial issues and patient goals

• Facilitates and/or refers patients and families to support/education groups

• Facilitates education on Advance Directives and treatment modalities

• Coordinates and participates in patient/family care conferences with interdisciplinary team

• Analyzes and provides information and facilitates referrals to community, private, state and federal agencies based on psychosocial needs

• Provides crisis intervention expertise as necessary

• Provides assistance to patient and family in adjusting to dialysis and altered lifestyle, and provide resource information

• Arranges patient travel arrangements for both guest and permanent patients and ensure completion of arrangements

• Coordinates patient transfers/ visit to other facilities

• Provides assistance to patient regarding health insurance

• Maintains patient confidentiality and administers patient care in a respectful manner

Position Requirements:

• Licensed Social Worker in New York State; LMSW required

• At least two (2) years of prior work experience as a Social Worker; prior dialysis social work experience a plus but not required

• Strong interviewing and analytical skills for patient evaluation, problem solving, and recording

• Capable of communicating clearly and effectively with all types of patients and their families

• Professional, flexible and a team player

• Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19

This position offers a competitive rate of pay supported by an excellent benefit package including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, free parking and more.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately!