Social Worker LISW - Quad Cities- Home Health

Social Worker LISW - Care at Home

Quad Cities

Monday-Friday 8a-5p

.80 FTE Full Time Benefits, 32 hours/week

Maintains the standards of social work excellence in accordance with the scope and practice and standards of care set forth by the proper state chapter, NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in a Health Care Setting and the Social Work Code of Ethics.

Position Overivew:

Conducts comprehensive psychosocial and behavioral assessments.

Develops treatment plans and provides appropriate interventions and therapy for behavioral health illnesses.

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats social and emotional factors related to patients' illnesses and care needs.

Creates patient-centered care plans within the scope of Hospice.

Offers information and referral services to individuals and agencies.

Adopts a holistic approach, considering physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, and safety aspects.

Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and plan development.

Education: Master's degree in social work with accreditation by the council on Social Work Education

Experience:One year clinical experience in health care

Preferred: Previous hospice and home care experience

License(s)/Certification(s):

Current appropriate State License.

Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Mandatory Reporter:

Child & Dependent Adult Abuse

Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.

Licensed Independent Social Worker/Licensed Clinical Social Worker - licensure in good standing as required by applicable law.

CPR Certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills and customer service skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgment, decision making and problem solving expertise. Ability to work as a collaborative team member. Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team - For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.