Nov 23, 2024
Overview:
Provides social work services to patients and families within assigned areas in order to meet identified psychosocial needs, as well as to enhance problem-solving and coping capacities and to facilitate timely discharge by arranging post-discharge services. The social worker provides psychosocial assessments, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and financial planning and works collaboratively with all other members of the healthcare team, ensuring clear communication and care planning to all patients.
Responsibilities:
Investigates cases admitted with 'no insurance' or 'self-pay' to identify whether insurance coverage does exist, and if the need for financial assistance is warranted. Evaluates patients for abuse/neglect and makes appropriate referrals. Involves patient and family in case planning decisions. Keeps the director/manager informed of problematic cases, especially those involving legal or risk management issues. Provides assistance and advocacy to...
Carle Health
Urbana, IL, USA