Description

Doctors Hospital of Manteca Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Doctors Hospital of Manteca, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

1. Accountable for conducting in-services on an ongoing basis to Case Managers and other hospital personnel regarding social service needs of patients.

2. Accountable for ensuring that social service needs are being met and documented.

3. Accountable for communicating with appropriate agencies regarding referrals and acts as a resource for Case Managers.

4. Accountable for preparation of written policies and procedures and the development of forms and formats that meet the needs of the hospital necessary for operations in the social service area.

5. Accountable for monitoring a variety of logs and records necessary for the proper documentation of department activity.

6. Accountable for participating in meetings and committee as assigned.

7. Accountable for maintaining good communications and interpersonal relations with patients, visitors, physicians and hospital employees.

8. Accountable for maintaining a standard level of attendance.

9. Accountable for demonstrating current knowledge of hospital and departmental policies

10. Accountable for following through on completion of assignments, overcoming obstacles and increasing efforts when necessary.

11. Accountable for meeting performance expectations for productivity, volume, timeliness and quality.

12. Accountable for originating, developing and implementing new methods to accomplish objectives. Generates innovative ideas to enhance overall operations.

13. Accountable for applying technical and/or professional knowledge to complete assignments.

14. Accountable for conveying information in a concise, accurate and understandable manner. Displays attentiveness, tact, and diplomacy in responding to others.

15. Accountable for conveying written information accurately and in a clear, concise manner.

16. Accountable for adjusting to changing environments, priorities and/or ideas. Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to accept additional responsibilities.

17. Accountable for planning and organizing by assessing responsibilities and established priorities in order to allocate time and materials.

Shift: Rotating

Hours:

Job Type: Per Diem

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall provision of Social Services. Ensures that social services include identification of social deterrents that may interfere with the patient's compliance with the medical treatment plan. Provides direct intervention to patients, families or employer by the referral process. Conducts in-services for Discharge Planners, Case Managers and other hospital personnel regarding social service needs of patients. Performs other duties as needed.

Education:

• Required: M.A. / M.S.
• Major Social Work

Licenses / Certifications

• Current California license as a MSW.

Experience

• 2 -3 years

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

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Requisition #: 2503033030

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