Home Health Social Worker (Laf-PRN) at Franciscan Alliance, Inc.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Work, Patient Care, Assessment, Discharge Planning, Collaboration, Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Resource Coordination, Psychosocial Support, Cultural Competence, Financial Assessment, Caregiver Support, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Compassion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Franciscan Health Lafayette Central 1501 Hartford St Lafayette, Indiana 47904 The Home Care Social Worker assists in developing a plan, which meets the psycho-social needs of the patient and family. This position assists the patient, family, and home care staff in identifying and utilizing available services and resources. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Completes initial and ongoing assessments, which include the psychosocial, financial, cultural and emotional patient environment. Determines social, psychological, cultural and financial situations and the impact on the patient's plan. Initiates discharge planning with the patient and appropriate others. Consults with physicians, nurses, case managers and other disciplines regarding patient's progress and any patient issues. Evaluates the patient's progress and updates the plan of care with the patient and caregiver on a regular basis. Establishes a plan of care/service that is realistic and has measurable goals, working with the patient, caregivers, and patient's family. Documents patient assessments and pertinent information in a timely manner. Collaborates with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care. QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree- Social Services - Required 1 Year Home Health Experience - Preferred 1 Year Social Work Experience - Required Licensed Social Worker- State Licensing Board (LSW) - Required Licensed Clinical Social Worker- State Licensing Board (LCSW) - Preferred Auto Insurance - Required Driver's License - Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association- Required TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 75% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

Responsibilities

The Home Health Social Worker assists in developing a plan that meets the psycho-social needs of the patient and family. This includes completing assessments, initiating discharge planning, and collaborating with healthcare personnel regarding patient care.