What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker-MSW/Case Management position at UnityPoint Health?
Social Worker – MSW/Case Management
UnityPoint Health - Allen
Shift: Full-time days; 1 holiday per year; some weekend coverage
Benefits Eligible
Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 paid over 2 years
The medical social workers job is to perform assessments with patients to assess for any physical, mental, or emotional needs. They assess the family support system and link the patient with services to help with care if needed. The social worker can also provide assistance with financial concerns such as not being able to afford medications or pay household bills. Some social workers provide counseling to patients who are suffering from depression or who are having difficulty coping. A social worker links and makes referrals to agencies to assist the patient with all of these services.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 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 us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/
Responsibilities
- Function as a member of the medical hospital treatments team, professionally responsible for intervention in discharge planning
- Community Resources liaison and referral source
- Counseling, emotional support, attempt to elevate anxieties to patients and families
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work required
- 3 years of medical social work or related experience preferred
- Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Case Management;
- Shift: 80 hours. one holiday per year, some weekend coverage;
- Job ID: 141578;
Salary : $7,500
