Health service worker job description

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a comprehensive Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center. We offer a wide of array of services and supports to meet the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. PATH regularly achieves the highest levels of accreditation including a 5 Star Provider Rating by CBH, Philadelphia’s Managed Care Entity, and recognition and awards related to our high-quality, innovative programs and staff accomplishments and contributions.

Our Mission? To Help Individuals Achieve a More Independent and Fulfilling Life.

WHY WORK AT PATH?

PATH understands the importance of having benefits, and so a comprehensive package is offered to our employees including:

A 403b retirement plan, Health Insurance (Medical Services, Prescriptions, Dental & Vision), Sick Leave, Personal & Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability!

JOB SUMMARY:

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The BHID Specialized Residential Service provides direct care including support, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, for service participants, in collaboration with BHID Integrated Clinical Services team. Services are provided in the home and community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 12 credit hours from an accredited college/university OR , prior to hire, an approved waiver from CBH is obtained that includes a rationale for hiring without the required credit hours
• 2 years’ experience in human services, paid or unpaid, preferably with adults with psychiatric and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Able to use an Electronic Health Record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to assist in crisis management interventions, administer CPR/First Aid, and assist individuals with mobility issues as needed.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Provide supervision of residents at all times in accordance with their integrated individual support plan.
2. Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each service participant.
3. Be aware of each service participant’s individual service plan, history, medications, current needs and any special accommodations required by the participant.
4. Act as a role model at all times, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills.
5. Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each service participant while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
6. Implement, on a consistent basis, direct service interventions as defined in the individual’s service plans.
7. Oversee, teach skills and actively assist in the completion of household chores ensuring the home is neat and clean at all times.
8. Oversee, teach skills and actively assist in the completion of personal hygiene and other activities of daily living as needed by the participant.
9. Assist service participants in developing and practicing skills defined on their individual service plan. This may include accompanying residents to appointments, social activities and/or job opportunities, and other activities of daily living.
10. Maintain open and ongoing collaboration and communication with all team members such as: residential direct care staff, clinicians, behavior specialists, psychiatrist, nurse and peer specialist.

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Benefits

* Annual Employee Incentive Bonus
* $6,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
* $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($3,000 part-time)
* $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
* $250 Wellbeing Fund per year

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Description

Northwestern Medicine, Ben Gordon Center is seeking both new graduates and experienced Behavioral Health On-Call Crisis Referral Services Social Worker to join our team!

This position is responsible to respond and provide crisis services in the evening and on weekends within the greater DeKalb County area within one hour of being called. The duties include but are not limited to completing a crisis risk assessment and evaluation to determine safety plan and disposition.

The Social Worker is responsible for providing high quality services to the patient and the patients family in order to promote optimal social and emotional functioning. These services include direct service to patients and their families both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. The Social Worker coordinates options and services to meet the patients needs through collaboration and consultation with physicians and other healthcare personnel. On-call social services are provided primarily to patients in the Emergency Department; however, the Medical, Surgical, ICU, Pediatrics and Obstetrics may also require the services of an on-call worker.

Qualifications

Required:

* Bachelor's degree with major in social work or related field with equivalent in education, training, or experience and documented mental health training or experience.
* Documented experience providing direct service to patients.
* Knowledge of the mental health code.
* Knowledge of normal characteristics of growth and development throughout the span of life.
* Demonstrates ability to work productively and effectively in a timely manner, ability to function well as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and ability to represent the program well in interactions both inside and outside the host hospital.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job posting number they are interested in being considered for.
FTE
0.8

Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours
64

Work Shift
Evening: 8 hours

Job Description
Primarily focused on the provision of safety, and connecting to needed services for mental health care (outpatient), the Behavioral Health Worker provides services to support inpatients, outpatients and/or other individuals or families referred for care at El Camino Hospital. Works under supervision of charge RN during assignment to the inpatient department, and under the supervision of outpatient clinical and business leadership during assignment to the outpatient department.

Emergency Dept
To provide professional interface with clinicians, physicians and others making referrals to Behavioral Health programs, as well as with patients and their families. Under the supervision of licensed staff is responsible for a coordinated entry and discharge experience for patients and referring agents. Provides services to support patients in the treatment environment, primarily focused on the provision of safety. Works under supervision of charge RN during assignment to department.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates Degree in Psychology or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
One (1) year experience in a behavioral health or inpatient psych setting is required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Basic Lifesaving Certification - American Heart Association

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.

Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)

An Equal Opportunity Employer:El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.