Social Worker Medical Home Health- Per Visit

Company: VNA Colorado
Location: Arvada
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

The Colorado Vising Nurse Association is a 4 star CMS rated not for profit that has proudly served Denver since 1889

Location: Southeast/Southwest; Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Aurora

Schedule: As Needed

Status: Per Visit

Per Visit Pay:

* Per Visit - $62.00 * Meeting - $40.00 * Training - $100.00 * Orientation $120.00 - $140.00

Supplemental Pay:

* N/A

Mileage and Approved Expense Reimbursement:

Employee travel is paid out based on company pay practices.

* $0.50

Benefits:

* Sick Leave - Accrued * Education Reimbursement Program * Referral Bonus * 403(b) Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match * Employer Assistance Program * Employee Recognition Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides clinical psychosocial support to patient and family/caregiver in accordance with patient preferences, goals, and needs. The position works collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team/Group (IDT/IDG) as well as with facilities and agencies in the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Completes initial and on-going psychosocial and bereavement assessment of patient and family/caregiver to include the patient's history, ethnic background, cultural and religious beliefs and the implications for the Plan of Care (POC). * Establishes goals based on assessment and mutual agreement with patient and family/caregiver. Serves as an additional primary contact for IDG/IDT collaboration and advocate for patient/family and other providers. * Identifies potential bereavement resources for patient and family/caregivers to assist in coping with loss, aging and death. Assesses and assists patients with advanced directives and care planning. * Evaluates patient/family psychosocial needs and individual/family counseling as part of the Plan of Care (POC). Delivers appropriate referrals to community resources such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing and/or education. * Communicates risk indicators to bereavement services as appropriate. Assists RN Case Manager with development of a comprehensive transfer and/or discharge plan in collaboration with patient, family, staff and referral agencies. * Utilizes knowledge of disease processes; skilled in assessing impact on patient and family dynamics and psychosocial wellbeing. * Home care focused; bereavement indicators not applicable. * Works with RN, PT, OT or ST Case Manager in the development of a comprehensive transfer and/or discharge plan in collaboration with patient, family, staff and referral agencies. * Evaluates patient/family psychosocial needs and individual/family counseling as part of the Plan of Care (POC). Delivers appropriate referrals to community resources such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, transportation, and/or education. * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

* Minimum Education: Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of Social Work. * Minimum Experience: Two to three years of social work practice under the supervision of a licensed or equivalently qualified social worker. * Required License: Current Colorado Social Worker license (LSW or LCSW) preferred. MSW must be willing to work towards licensure. Valid Colorado state driver's license and proof of auto insurance. * CPR Certification Required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Ability to lift/push/pull minimum of 30 lbs. * Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking/sitting * Manual dexterity and mobility * Visual and auditory acuity

The Organization does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, creed, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation/identity, transgender status military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classifications.

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