Social Worker MSW - Clinic

Provides counseling, information, and direction to obtain community resources when needed for patients in the clinic and their families, while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the allied health team according to the plan of care by performing the following:

• South Clinic, Janesville WI
• 80 Hours/2 Weeks
• Day Shift

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- The social worker will assist the patient/family in achieving successful adjustment to the physical, financial, and psychosocial constraints of ESRD by providing appropriate and timely services and referrals.

• Completion of Comprehensive Assessments and Care Planning with all patients initially, at 90 days, and annually (monthly for unstable patients).
• Patient education in a format appropriate to their education physical and communication needs.
• Patient Rights and responsibilities, Grievance Procedure and Patient Agreement will be reviewed, and a written handout will be given.
• Individual and/or family counseling as needed.
• Available support services and education regarding community resources will be provided as indicated.
• Complete Advanced Care planning with patients as requested.
• Work to complete PHQ-9 and KDQOL with all patients at a minimum annually.
• The social worker will assist with new patient intake and required documentation.
• The social worker will assist with completion of necessary documentation for CMS ESRD reporting.
• The social worker will complete sections of QAPI as assigned to them and attend QAPI meetings.
• Performs home visits to patient's dwelling. Investigates case situations and presents information to members of the health team on patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.
• Assess patients for continuing care needs, create a plan for providing continuing care, and confers with physician and team members as needed.
• Refers patient or patient's family to other community resources as is indicated; assists patients and families to complete advance directives.
• Educates patients about resources, options, and documents all activities in a timely manner.
• The MSW provide emotional support, helps patients and families understand and accept their condition as well as accepting medical recommendations; utilizes community resources to assist patients to live in the community; responsible for travel arrangements for patients; responsible for arranging changes in levels of care and settings.
• The MSW participates in team meetings regularly to provide input during patient case conferences and to educate team members regarding social work interventions that can be provided.
• May be required to work flexible hours.

Masters of Social Work (MSW)

One year social work experience in a healthcare setting

Experience and ability to facilitate groups

LCSW/LSW) in the state(s) of practice

Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth HR-01 Fleet Safety policy

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Climb stairs and light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

* Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.

* Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.

* Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.

* Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.

* Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.

* Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.