Social Worker Memory Clinic

Weve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942 but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve heal lead educate that every award earned every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner whether you work with patients every day or support those who do you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Social Worker MSW / LCSW. Interested in working with patient populations within the Neurosciences including but not limited to ALS (Lou Gherigs Disease) and Huntingtons Disease.

Education

Required -Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

Work Experience

Required -None.

Preferred- Two years experience in a medical setting

Certifications

Required - Certified Social Worker (CSW) as verified by the LABSWE OR Registered Social Worker (RSW) certificate.

Preferred - Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) as verified by the LABSWE preferred or must schedule and pass LMSW exam within 6 months of employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.

Must be proficient with Windows-style applicationskeyboard and various software packages specific to role.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Workingknowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology in order to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.

Working knowledge of an acute and chronic care medical setting medical terminology and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and / or trauma upon the patient and their support system.

Knowledge of heath care systems and public programs such as those funded by Medicare Medicaid Medicare Advantage and commercial insurance plans.

Strong interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with patients families multidisciplinary team members departmental peers and community agency personnel.

Job Duties

Conducts patient assessment interviews provides referrals and coordinates discharge plans.

Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families.

Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge and required certifications through continuing education and development.

Utilizes management resources.

Participates in on-call rotation.

Adapts behavior to the specific patient population including but not limited to : respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following : Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mechanical lifting devices (carts dollies etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.

Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.

Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24 / 7 weekend holiday on call availability).

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood body fluid or tissue but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt transport storage preparation dispensing administration cleaning and / or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Key Skills

Motivational Interviewing,Acute Care,Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health,Intake Experience,Hospice Care,Case Management,Home Care,Child Welfare,Experience with Children,Social Work,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1