Social Worker MSW

Job Summary

Responsible for the direct social work case management services to the participants of the MJHS PACE Program.  Provides such social services support as participant screening, case Management, counseling, and referral.

Essential Job Functions

·       Participates in the interdisciplinary Team’s initial assessments, care planning and ongoing re-evaluations of participant’s case.

·       Maintains current written case management records, including periodic reassessments of program participants.

·       Refers participants and families to appropriate community agencies or facilities, acts as liaison with such organizations and as advocate for participants

·       Encourages effective relationships among staff geared to the building and maintenance of a cohesive team

·       Consults with and advises staff members as to the relationship of social, emotional, and cultural factors to health and medical care, and as to the availability of social services in the community.

·       Participates in Program and Policy development of the Social Work component of Florida PACE Centers.

·       Attends meetings as needed

Job Requirements

Education:

·       Master’s degree in clinical social work required

Experience:

·       One year of related experience

Licenses/Certifications:

·       N/A

Abilities required

·       Excellent assessment and counseling skills

·       Ability to work in a fast-paced social work position

·       Must be computer literate

·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·       Knowledge of geriatrics/gerontology preferred

·       Ability to work closely and well with other disciplines

·       Thorough knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of individual & family

·       Bilingual in English and Spanish

Functional Demands

Environment /Work Conditions

·       Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

Infectious Material Exposure

·       No routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues but may occasionally require performing unplanned activities which may involve exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

·       Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to

·       Demonstrates professionalism and accountability

·       Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests

·       Demonstrates excellent communication skills

·       Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information

·       Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication

·       Able to speak, read and write English

·       Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job

·       Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values

·       Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines

·       Maintains a safe working environment