Master's or doctoral degree in social work from an accredited institution.
Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Experience in home health care preferred.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Current CPR certification required.
Valid driver's license with insured vehicle in good working order.
Responsibilities
Develop individualized care plans in partnership with patients and caregivers.
Assess psychosocial status of patients and relay insights to nursing staff.
Conduct social evaluations and design intervention plans accordingly.
Counsel patients, caregivers, and families on relevant issues.
Coordinate with physicians and healthcare teams regarding care plans.
Assist healthcare teams in addressing social and emotional factors impacting health.
Prepare clinical documentation for all social work-related patients.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
401(k) plan featuring a generous company match.
Critical illness benefits available.
Tuition reimbursement for educational pursuits.
Paid time off to recharge and prevent burnout.
Employee assistance program for personal support.
Full Job Description
PAY RANGE: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s).
Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient's illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling.
Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care.
Assists physician and other teams members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
Prepares clinical notes on all patients referred to social work.
Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
Provides education to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization personnel to support patient care.
Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
Participates in discharge planning.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Must have a master's or doctoral degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Minimum of one year's social work experience in health care setting.
Experience in a home health care preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
About Pinnacle living
Pinnacle Financial Partners is an American bank headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee operating in Middle Tennessee, East Tennessee, and, since June 2017, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.
