Pediatric Social Work Specialist at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psycho-social Needs Screening, Patient Advocacy, Community Resource Connection, Care Coordination, Follow Up Care Facilitation, Health Care Education, Housing Assistance, Transportation Assistance, Casework Methods, Documentation, Data Base Access, Professional Development, Patient Rounds, Staff Education, Supervisory Sessions, Competency Maintenance

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview The Social Work Specialist works in collaboration or by delegation from CSWA or LCSW to screen patient/family for psycho-social needs and determines current and anticipated patient care concerns. The SW Specialist advocates for patients and families to connect with community resources. The SW Specialist provides families with information regarding patient care issues; facilitates in the coordination of follow up care in OHSU clinics or in the community; participates in patient and family’s health care education, assists with housing and transportation needs as necessary. This position is a flexible work position, which allows for some or complete remote work. Remote work at OHSU is a work arrangement under which an employee performs the duties and responsibilities of their position, and other authorized activities, from a non-OHSU location as part of their approved, regular work schedule. The Social Work Specialist should have a private space at home, dedicated to work, and no Protected Health Information should be printed. Function/Duties of Position The Social Work specialist connects families to resources as determined by clinic team. The SW Specialist screens patients and families’ ability to cope with major life changes, provides support to patients and families, and refers to a Medical Social Worker as necessary. The SW Specialist provides families with information regarding patient care issues; facilitates in the coordination of follow up care in OHSU clinics or in the community; participates in patient and family’s health care education, assists with housing and transportation needs as necessary. Documentation: Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care services, including charting, reports and documentation. Submits patient care statistics in a timely manner. Information Syestems: Creates and assists in form development as needed; utilizes data base access system for information relevant to patient’s care. Professional Development: Participates in department meetings; participates in workshops, seminars and training sessions to maintain professional competency. Participates in patient rounds as appropriate. Assists in staff education. Visits community facilities, programs or services to acquire pertinent resource information. Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities an efficent manner per departmental policies. Participates in Department of Care Management and assigned service meetings, in services and conferences, as indicated. Meets in regularly scheduled supervisory sessions. Complete all OHSU/JCAHO mandatory education requirements and activities within established time lines. Yearly competencies as identified by department Required Qualifications Two years of social service work experience providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis which includes full responsibility for handling each case plan; AND A Bachelor’s degree, or three more years of experience which shows: a) knowledge of casework methods and techniques; b) knowledge of patient’s family’s rights; c) knowledge of medical terminology; and d)knowledge of implications of the effect of illness, injury and/or disability on patients and families. Knowledge of casework methods and techniques. Knowledge of patient’s family’s rights. Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of implications of the effect of illness, injury and/or disability on patients and families. Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred 3 or more years of hospital experience All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

The Social Work Specialist screens patients and families for psycho-social needs, determines care concerns, and advocates for resources, while also facilitating follow-up care coordination and providing patient education. This role involves connecting families to necessary resources, providing support during major life changes, and making referrals to Medical Social Workers when required.