Medical Social Worker III LCSW - Fontana
Company: Kaiser
Location: Glendora
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary: The Medical Social Worker III provides assessments,
coordination, and implementation/ evaluation of professional social
services to patients and their families in order to aid them in
coping with social, emotional, and economic difficulties related to
medical problems or which predispose to illness. Essential
Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and
Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities, and applicable state,
federal and local laws. QUALITY OF CLINICAL SERVICES: The Medical
Social Worker III provides quality services by assessing
patient/family system needs then developing and implementing
treatment plans in accordance with departmental and medical center
policies. Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings,
documentation review, case presentations, staff and patient
feedback and supervisory discussions. Performs a bio-psychosocial
assessment interview with patient, family, and/or significant other
according to department policy and standards. Provides appropriate
crisis intervention/treatment to adults, children and families in
emergent situations including assessment, counseling,
information/referral and providing consultation to physicians and
healthcare team. Provides a professional interpretation of patients
condition (i.e., situation, affect, behavior and verbal content)
and recommends appropriate psycho-social intervention(s) and/or
treatment plan. Develops culturally sensitive assessment that
reflects department standards and includes: reason for referral;
source of referral; informant name; physical/medical issues;
interpersonal and social relations;
emotional/psychiatric/adjustment; issues including depression; role
performance/social transition; community planning/resources/social
transition; legal/protective issues (as indicated). Provides
appropriate counseling services to patient and/or family based on
clinical assessment and consistent with patients on-going medical
condition/needs. Performs relevant patient and family advocacy
services within KP and the community. Provides patient education on
subjects related to psycho-social adjustments to medical illness,
individually, in classes or groups. The Medical Social Worker III
takes responsibility for implementation of social work knowledge
and values, standards of practice and enhancement of professional
skills as demonstrated by documentation reviews, case
presentations, staff and patient feedback, supervisory discussions,
and attendance at conferences/classes. Assessment demonstrates
ability to interpret the social, emotional and behavioral
problems/elements as they related to patients medical condition and
treatment. Knowledge of availability of KP and community resources
consistent with treatment goals. Utilizes professional knowledge in
facilitating staff and other meetings. Demonstrates knowledge of
and observes department policies and procedures. Utilizes formal
and informal education opportunities to increase professional
knowledge base as demonstrated by attendance at appropriate and
approved programs/workshops/ in-services/etc. Demonstrates the
integration of clinical social work theory into practice by
appropriately utilizing clinical knowledge of bio-psychosocial
development stages, personality development, human behavior, etc.,
to formulate assessment, direct treatment, and provide consultation
and education to other team members. NEONATES: Substance Abuse,
Parent/Infant Bonding, Family Relationships, Safety, Developmental
Milestones, Parental Coping/Acceptance, Birth/death. PEDIATRICS:
Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Safety, Legal,
Parent/Guardian/Child Relationships, Developmental Milestones,
Family Relationships, Peer Group, School/Academic Performance.
ADOLESCENT: Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance Abuse, Developmental
Milestones, Family Relationships, Peer Group Relationships,
Sexuality, Education. ADULT: Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Substance
Abuse, Adequacy of Self-Care, Developmental Milestones, Sexuality,
Family Responsibilities. GERIATRIC: Elder Abuse/Neglect Reporting,
Substance Abuse, Adequacy Of Self Care, Support System,
Developmental Milestones, Mental Status/Competency, Mortality. EOL
(End of Life Option): Regulatory data reporting, process
coordination, assist Members/Physicians with California End of Life
Option Act. The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and the level of work being performed by the
individuals assigned to this position and as such are not intended
to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties
and skills required of personnel so classified. INTERDICIPLINARY
FUNCTIONS: Functions as an effective team member, consultant, and
liaison to medical, nursing, ancillary staff, and to community
agencies. This is measured by staff feedback, observation by
supervisor, QM evaluations, and written communications.
Demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach, competent follow-up and
communication of accurate information to team members. Assumes
responsibility for patient, staff and system problems as indicated
by requests for involvement. Demonstrates awareness of the
Departments mission, scope and vision in the context of the Medical
Centers structure. As measured by established standards, maintains
good rapport with: Peers and colleagues. Community. Physicians.
Other health care team members. Educates physicians and staff
regarding the role of the social worker and the importance of
addressing bio-psychosocial issues for quality patient care and
services. PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT: Demonstrates professional behavior
and interventions are consistent with departmental policies and
procedures, JCAHO, Title22, and NCQA legal mandates, professional
standards, NASW, ABECSW, and other Medical Center Guidelines.
Utilizes supervision and consultation appropriately as indicated by
regular attendance at supervisory/consultation sessions,
identifying and discussing problem cases/situation with supervisor
and seeking consultation with peers. Contributes and shares
community resource with colleagues. Represents the Department in
appropriate medical center and/or community committees. Identifies
improvement opportunities for the department or work area and
communicates ideas to supervisor. Participates in Quality
Management activities based on member needs, organizational goals,
and professional standards. Identifies and participates in the
solution to system problems. Attends and occasionally facilitates
staff/education meetings. Avoids unscheduled absences, arrives at
work at scheduled times and takes action to avoid recurring
absences. Plans and submits elected time off in advance. Exhibits
standards of professional behavior in compliance with Regional
Quality of Service Guidelines. Maintains confidentiality regarding
patient and/or family issues in accordance with the Medical Center
policy and professionals standards. Demonstrates knowledge of and
complies with Fire & Safety, Disaster, Universal Precautions and
Infectious Disease policy and procedures. Works in a self-directed
manner as demonstrated by requesting assistance when clinical case
or situation is beyond experience or abilities. May provide
mentorship and/or clinical supervision for SW II, new worker or
graduate student. PRODUCTIVITY: Maintains patient access, and meets
established standards for effectiveness and efficiency.
Prioritizes, plans, and organizes workload need within assigned
hours. Case finds and screens high-risk patients according to
Department protocol. Spends at least 70% of time in direct service
activity. Responds to referrals with departmentally delineated time
frames. Completes and submits statistics in accordance with
Departmental policies and procedures. Documents interventions in
appropriate formats, legibly and within department time frames.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and the level of work being performed by the
individuals assigned to this position and as such are not intended
to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties
and skills required of personnel so classified. Basic
Qualifications: Experience Minimum One (1) year experience working
as a MSW in medical acute care setting or as part of a medical
team. MSW Internships will be considered as part of experience.
Medical Social Worker - End of Life Option: If position posted is
for an End of Life role, experience requirement is: Minimum one (1)
year of experience, within the last three (3) years, working as a
MSW in end of life care and counseling. Education Masters Degree in
Social Work issued by a school accredited by the Counsel of Social
Work Education. License, Certification, Registration Licensed
Clinical Social Worker (California) Additional Requirements:
Following language applies to End of Life Option positions only:
Current CA Drivers License, clear driving record for the past two
(2) years and proof of automobile insurance as required by law.
Following language applies to Home Health, Hospice and Palliative
positions only. Current CA Drivers License, clear driving record
for the past two (2) years and proof of automobile insurance as
required by law. One (1) year post masters experience in Medical
Social Work required. BLS Card required Preferred Qualifications:
Prior NICU experience preferred. Notes: --- Must be paneled thru CA
Children Services. --- May include evenings, weekends, and
holidays. --- Will cover hospital and MOB needs. PrimaryLocation :
California,Fontana,Fontana Medical Offices 4 HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Variable Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
WorkingHoursStart : 12:01 AM WorkingHoursEnd : 11:59 PM Job
Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B11-PSC-NUHW-NUHW Psych Social
Chapter Job Level : Individual Contributor Job Category :
Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care Department :
Fontana Med Center - Social Services - 0806 Travel : Yes, 5 % of
the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer
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