Social Worker AatH

Advocate Aurora Health - West Allis, WI

West Allis, WI

Hospitals

About the position

The position involves providing social work services to individuals or groups, which includes screening, psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, and determining social work goals. The role requires a substantial degree of professional judgment to recognize deviations from usual patient/family functioning, anticipate problems, and maximize coping capabilities. The social worker will conduct initial assessments, establish and follow a plan of care, and provide ongoing assessments of patient/family needs, applying appropriate interventions and updating the plan as necessary. The position also involves planning for discharge from medical social services, implementing interventions, coordinating with other healthcare team members, and collaborating with community agencies to ensure continued care. Documentation of activities and maintaining patient records according to guidelines is also a key responsibility. The social worker will provide education regarding Advance Directives and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to resolve issues impacting continuity of care. Support for family members in the case of a patient's death and establishing professional relationships within the community are also essential aspects of the role.

Responsibilities

• Provides social work services including screening, psychosocial assessment, and discharge planning.
• Conducts initial assessments and establishes a plan of care based on psychosocial, financial, functional, and environmental data.
• Plans for discharge from medical social services according to organization standards.
• Implements interventions based on assessments and coordinates with other healthcare team members.
• Collaborates with community agencies to plan continued care and coordinate interventions.
• Documents activities according to department protocols and maintains patient records.
• Assists with managing utilization of resources for patients with complex care needs.
• Provides education to patients/families regarding Advance Directives.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to resolve continuity of care issues.
• Provides support to family members in the case of a patient's death.
• Establishes effective professional relationships and adheres to the profession's Code of Ethics.

Requirements

• Social Worker license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• A valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
• Master's Degree in Social Work.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in social work, including home care or hospice experience.
• Exceptional assessment skills.
• Understanding of family dynamics and psychosocial issues related to disability and illness.
• Ability to provide short-term counseling to patients and families.
• Exceptional collaboration and advocacy skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to access them.
• Above average time management skills.
• Intermediate computer skills including word processing and electronic mail.

Benefits

• Protective clothing provided for exposure to chemicals and hazardous waste.
• Access to necessary equipment to perform the job.