Pediatric social worker vs health care social worker

Differences between pediatric social worker and health care social worker duties and responsibilities

Pediatric social worker example responsibilities.

• Screen, identify, diagnose using DSM nomenclature, treat and manage mental health and/or substance abuse problems.
• Monitor high risk neonatal pediatric hospital patients recently discharge, ensuring proper follow-up and clinical management.
• Develop a plan for intervention that are consistent with the social/emotional/physical needs of patients and caregivers.
• Perform advocacy and referral services to other social service agencies which include alcohol and drug rehabilitation programs.
• Coordinate care with community providers for follow up if patient are discharged, prepare documentation for admission to inpatient psychiatry unit.
• Analyze psychological / psycho-social evaluations, IEP's, and medical histories within a referral packet to determine eligibility.

Health care social worker example responsibilities.

• Respond to and assist in behavioral codes working as a team member to successfully manage patient using methods obtain in CPI training
• Assist in coordinating health care benefits with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurers.
• Work with clients for fill basic home cleaning, cooking, and healthcare needs.
• Aid in completion of any forms such as Medicaid, food stamps, etc.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Discharge planning for those resident under going short-term physical rehabilitation.
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