Social Worker

Company: EvergreenHealth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: April 23, 2024

Job Description:

Wage Range: $36.46 - $58.32 per hourPosted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job SummaryCommunity Healthcare Access Team (CHAT) social work position specializes in improving the well-being of patients and their families in our community. Provides information about community resources, makes referrals, and assists youth with accessing services. Functions as a liaison between hospital, schools, behavioral health resources, and primary/specialty care clinics, to provide high quality services to youth. May conduct individual and group psychoeducation and support sessions, as well as provide ongoing case management, crisis intervention, and presentations for community members. The primary work is in the outpatient/community setting. Outreach component to be anticipated with attending community events or operating in community spaces. Expected to understand and, on some occasions, perform the job functions and responsibilities expected of a hospital social worker.Primary Duties:

• Screens and responds to incoming requests: Provides information about community resources, referrals and assistance with accessing services; Screens requests for service; assesses to make initial determination of appropriate type and level of service needed; Collaborates with inpatient and ED social work teams.
• Conducts initial assessments of client situation, including problem clarification and psychosocial status. Develops a plan for service or referral.
• Provides office-based case management per guidelines for programs. Refers and links patients to primary care, specialty care, and behavioral health services as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assignedLicense, Certification, Education or Experience:REQUIRED for the position:

• Masters degree in mental health (social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy).
• One of the following credentials, is required: LICSW, LASW, LSWAIC, LSWAA-need to obtain full licensure within 4 years of graduation from MSW.
• Knowledgeable about behavioral health and developmental stages. Experience working with specific patient populations (i.e., children, teens, mental illness) relevant to area of assignment.
• Oral and written language skills, visual and aural skills in order to effectively communicate ensure, and provide for patient needs, and to provide a legal record of this care.
• Accountability for professional practice, commitment to patient care, and commitment to uphold the Patient Bill of Rights.DESIRED for the position:
  • 2 3 years of social work experience in a hospital setting preferred or community setting
  • 1 year experience in a healthcare agency/environmentBenefit Information:Choices that care for you and your familyAt EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
    • Medical, vision and dental insurance
    • On-demand virtual health care
    • Health Savings Account
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Life and disability insurance
    • Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
    • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
    • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
    • Paid Time Off/Vacation
    • Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
    • Paid holidays
    • Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
    • Voluntary identity theft protection
    • Voluntary legal insurance
    • Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
    • Free parking
    • Commuter benefitsView a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below. IND123#LI-EK1Please see job descriptionPI239170368

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