Social Worker jobs at St. Tammany Health System

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Determines patients' current needs to enhance daily living through telephonic call or teleportal. * Through an individual POC assists the LCSW, Level 2 SW and patient in identifying and meeting established goals. * Based on identified needs, assist the patient with acquiring necessary community resources. * Maintains an EHR of the patient's progress by documenting patient/agent interaction and progress or lack thereof. * Develops a professional relationship with patients and caregivers to foster positive patient outcomes. * Coordinates and executes activities resulting in keeping Viemed patients "on service" with respiratory equipment. * Works effectively with Clinical Team. * Maintains operations by following policies and procedures, participating in quality reviews and reporting needed changes. * Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements advising management on needed actions. * Maintains client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. * Provides social services needed transitions patients from In Patient Care to a Home setting. * Participates in reauthorization calls and assists patients with identified needs. * Attends mandatory staff meetings. * Attends in-services to enhance knowledge base for providing services. * Assists patients with navigating medical options within the medical system. * Monitors 02 escalations, prevoid, and pick up reports to identify needs and provide support. * Some travel required. * Other responsibilities and projects assigned. Qualifications: * Completed Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or social work. * If have LSW, LMSW then provide credential. * Confirmed State Licensed or certification to practice if applicable. * Experience working in the medical field or psychiatric field. * Preferred- Geriatric experience. * Valid Driver's License. * Preferred- Telehealth and Telephonic experience. * Good listening and people skills.

Your job is more than a job Why a Great Place to Work: You're more than your job. Everyone is. And that's what makes you great at your job-all the little extras you bring to work every day, the things that make you you. At LCMC Health we value those things about you, because we know that all those little extras add up to extraordinary. And we've built a culture that supports and celebrates the extraordinary. You'll see it when you come to work here, in the spirit of our places and the faces of our people. And every patient we heal, every family we comfort, every life we improve is the outcome of countless little extras adding up to an extraordinary result. Join LCMC Health, and you'll find that our everyday makes it easy to live your extraordinary. Essential Functions: GENERAL DUTIES * Completes psychosocial assessment, develops plans, carries out interventions for patients identified through referral and case finding to have psychosocial risk factors: * Prioritizes timely response to referral based on urgency of need. * Conducts assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. * Evaluates coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors, that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. * Identifies barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. * Communicates findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. * Crisis Intervention: * Provides short term supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. * Performs assessment for cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. * Complies with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. * Refers patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling services as needed. * Facilitates interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. * Acts as active team member in the discharge planning process and assures patient is referred to appropriate social and financial resources post discharge: * Identifies patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. * Reviews caseload with Manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. * Evaluates financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. * Maintains a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services. * Maintains a working knowledge of available community resources by establishing a relationship with liaisons and admissions staff at agencies and facilities in the region. * Demonstrates the ability to address legal/ethical issues regarding health care as it relates to medical social work: * Demonstrates knowledge of Advance Directives and patient rights. * Ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating Advance Directives. * Facilitates family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. * Links patient and families to available resources in hospital and community to provide ongoing support such as Hospice and Palliative Care. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Master Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job. You're a life preserver for countless patients because, as a Social Worker, you're the hub of your patients' multidisciplinary team advocating, assessing, counseling, and supporting individual psychosocial needs and discharge planning resources for complex medical problems. As your patient's clinical care partner with expertise in care management, you're a critical asset along the care journey identifying and overcoming barriers and offering resource options, in particular for chronically ill and end-of-life care. Through it all, you remain positive, upbeat and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes. In the midst of emotional and physical pain and vulnerability, you're a sanctuary of support and understanding as you celebrate the small victories. If it were your loved one, you'd expect nothing less, so you give so much more. We love that about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your "little something extra" all add up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this complex patient advocate and social worker role. Schedule : Work 4 10 hr shifts including weekend rotation Your Everyday Conduct assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. Evaluate coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. Identify barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. Communicate findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. Provide crises intervention and supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. Assess cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. Comply with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. Refer patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling such as palliative or hospice services as needed and facilitate family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. Facilitate interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. Identify patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. Review caseload with manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. Evaluate financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. Maintain a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services and community resources. Demonstrate knowledge of legal rights advance directives and patient rights with ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating advance directives. The Must-Haves Minimum: Master's degree Licensed Master Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary About University Medical Center University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region's safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center's legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job You're a life preserver for countless patients because, as a Social Worker, you're the hub of your patients' multidisciplinary team advocating, assessing, counseling, and supporting individual psychosocial needs and discharge planning resources for complex medical problems. As your patient's clinical care partner with expertise in care management, you're a critical asset along the care journey identifying and overcoming barriers and offering resource options, in particular for chronically ill and end-of-life care. Through it all, you remain positive, upbeat and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes. In the midst of emotional and physical pain and vulnerability, you're a sanctuary of support and understanding as you celebrate the small victories. If it were your loved one, you'd expect nothing less, so you give so much more. We love that about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your "little something extra" all add up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this complex patient advocate and social worker role. Schedule: Weekday coverage Your Everyday Conduct assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. Evaluate coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. Identify barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. Communicate findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. Provide crises intervention and supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. Assess cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. Comply with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. Refer patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling such as palliative or hospice services as needed and facilitate family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. Facilitate interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. Identify patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. Review caseload with manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. Evaluate financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. Maintain a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services and community resources. Demonstrate knowledge of legal rights advance directives and patient rights with ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating advance directives. The Must-Haves Minimum: Bachelor's degree Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) through the Louisiana State Board of Social Worker Examiners. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job You're a life preserver for countless patients because, as a Social Worker, you're the hub of your patients' multidisciplinary team advocating, assessing, counseling, and supporting individual psychosocial needs and discharge planning resources for complex medical problems. As your patient's clinical care partner with expertise in care management, you're a critical asset along the care journey identifying and overcoming barriers and offering resource options, in particular for chronically ill and end-of-life care. Through it all, you remain positive, upbeat and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes. In the midst of emotional and physical pain and vulnerability, you're a sanctuary of support and understanding as you celebrate the small victories. If it were your loved one, you'd expect nothing less, so you give so much more. We love that about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your "little something extra" all add up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this complex patient advocate and social worker role. Your Everyday Conduct assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. Evaluate coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. Identify barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. Communicate findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. Provide crises intervention and supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. Assess cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. Comply with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. Refer patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling such as palliative or hospice services as needed and facilitate family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. Facilitate interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. Identify patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. Review caseload with manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. Evaluate financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. Maintain a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services and community resources. Demonstrate knowledge of legal rights advance directives and patient rights with ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating advance directives. The Must-Haves Minimum: Master's degree Licensed Master Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job Why a Great Place to Work: You're more than your job. Everyone is. And that's what makes you great at your job-all the little extras you bring to work every day, the things that make you you. At LCMC Health we value those things about you, because we know that all those little extras add up to extraordinary. And we've built a culture that supports and celebrates the extraordinary. You'll see it when you come to work here, in the spirit of our places and the faces of our people. And every patient we heal, every family we comfort, every life we improve is the outcome of countless little extras adding up to an extraordinary result. Join LCMC Health, and you'll find that our everyday makes it easy to live your extraordinary. Essential Functions: GENERAL DUTIES * Completes psychosocial assessment, develops plans, carries out interventions for patients identified through referral and case finding to have psychosocial risk factors: * Prioritizes timely response to referral based on urgency of need. * Conducts assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. * Evaluates coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors, that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. * Identifies barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. * Communicates findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. * Crisis Intervention: * Provides short term supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. * Performs assessment for cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. * Complies with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. * Refers patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling services as needed. * Facilitates interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. * Acts as active team member in the discharge planning process and assures patient is referred to appropriate social and financial resources post discharge: * Identifies patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. * Reviews caseload with Manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. * Evaluates financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. * Maintains a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services. * Maintains a working knowledge of available community resources by establishing a relationship with liaisons and admissions staff at agencies and facilities in the region. * Demonstrates the ability to address legal/ethical issues regarding health care as it relates to medical social work: * Demonstrates knowledge of Advance Directives and patient rights. * Ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating Advance Directives. * Facilitates family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. * Links patient and families to available resources in hospital and community to provide ongoing support such as Hospice and Palliative Care. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Master Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job You're a life preserver for countless patients because, as a Social Worker, you're the hub of your patients' multidisciplinary team advocating, assessing, counseling, and supporting individual psychosocial needs and discharge planning resources for complex medical problems. As your patient's clinical care partner with expertise in care management, you're a critical asset along the care journey identifying and overcoming barriers and offering resource options, in particular for chronically ill and end-of-life care. Through it all, you remain positive, upbeat and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes. In the midst of emotional and physical pain and vulnerability, you're a sanctuary of support and understanding as you celebrate the small victories. If it were your loved one, you'd expect nothing less, so you give so much more. We love that about you. Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and your "little something extra" all add up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you'll bring to this complex patient advocate and social worker role. Your Everyday Conduct assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team and reviewing medical records. Evaluate coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, other factors that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. Identify barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. Communicate findings, plan to interdisciplinary team and documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical records. Provide crises intervention and supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. Assess cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. Comply with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. Refer patients/families to appropriate community agencies for further intervention or counseling such as palliative or hospice services as needed and facilitate family meetings to help with decision making when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. Facilitate interactions between staff and DCFS/EPS or other agencies. Identify patients in assigned caseload with complex social and medical issues through case finding and referral process. Review caseload with manager to share findings, needs, barriers and progress to discharge. Evaluate financial assistance needs and eligibility and directs patients/family to appropriate community agencies which can assist in meeting financial needs, or providing food, shelter, transportation or other services. Maintain a working knowledge of payor reimbursement requirements for post hospital services and community resources. Demonstrate knowledge of legal rights advance directives and patient rights with ability to counsel/educate patients/families regarding patient rights, decision making and formulating advance directives. The Must-Haves Minimum: Master's degree Licensed Master Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

Your job is more than a job. The Social Worker provides clinical social work services for patients and their families. Responsible for psychosocial assessments and discharge planning for patients with complex psychosocial and medical problems. Assists patients and their families in coping with difficulties related to hospital admission, illness, treatment, and discharge. Provides assessment, planning intervention, and evaluation of patient/family needs throughout the hospital stay. Your Everyday Schedule: Monday - Friday, Day shift Completes psychosocial assessment, develops plans and carries out interventions for patients identified through referral and case finding to have psychosocial risk factors. Conducts assessment of patient's psychosocial needs through intensive interviewing of patient and family members, conferring with interdisciplinary team, and reviewing medical record. Evaluates coping skills, cognitive and intellectual functioning, support systems, resources, and other factors, that could affect responses to illness, treatment and discharge plan. Identifies barriers and plans for intervention to overcome or lessen barriers to achieve outcome as evidenced by treatment plan. Communicates findings and plan to interdisciplinary team. Documents assessment, plan and interventions in medical record. Provides short term supportive counseling for individuals experiencing a temporary or situational problem. Performs assessment for cases of suspected elder, child, sexual or domestic abuse or neglect. Complies with required reporting, according to state law and hospital policy. Utilizes crisis intervention skills to assist victims/families of child abuse, elder abuse, domestic violence, sexual/criminal assault and traumatic injury. Acts as active team member in the discharge planning process with primary responsibility for identifying complicating social and financial factors and barriers to appropriate discharge. Facilitates family meetings when there is disagreement or lack of clarity around goals of care and plan of care. Collaborates with the health care team to help resolve family conflict around care decisions. Maintains a working knowledge of available community resources by establishing a relationship with liaisons and admissions staff at agencies and facilities in the region. The Must-Haves LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Social Worker from the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred WORK SHIFT: Days (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary About University Medical Center University Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region's safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center's legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research. Your extras * Deliver healthcare with heart. * Give people a reason to smile. * Put a little love in your work. * Be honest and real, but with compassion. * Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. * Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. * See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective. * Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. * Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

JOB TITLE: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health SUPERVISED BY: Behavioral Health Supervisor Responsible for providing behavioral health services within an integrated care model. With supervision by a LCSW, this position focuses on delivering counseling, care coordination and social support to patients across diverse populations ensuring access to comprehensive health services. In addition, LMSW will conduct evaluations/assessments, develops treatment plan and provide counseling, coordinates discharge planning, counseling, crisis intervention, resourcing, and case management services which require a high degree of independent decision-making and program administration; record appropriate documentation of services in the electronic health record; initiating and implementing behavioral interventions; Work is performed in an office setting under direct supervision by a LCSW. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Master's or Doctoral degree in the field of Social Work from an accredited program Possess and maintain Licensure as a LMSW in Louisiana which must be active, unrestricted, current, and complete Maintain CME/CEU requirements necessary for license renewal in Louisiana Clinical experience JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Knowledgeable with DSM diagnosis and ICD coding and required review and co-sign/formal approval of supervising LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 2. Proficient in the assessment and evaluation of clients to determine their mental health and social service needs, developing treatment plans and providing evidence based counseling and therapeutic interventions to patients under the supervision of an LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 3. Possesses strong understanding of societies and their impact on mental health and able to build and maintain rapport with clients and their supports; is culturally sensitive and effective when working with ethnically diverse populations; researches effective therapeutic treatment modalities 4. Ability to solve problems, monitor and examine patients 5. Knowledgeable of community resources, skilled in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives 6. Effectively applies therapeutic orientations on a case by case basis; seeks out new methods and principles and willing to incorporate them in existing practices 7. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, caregivers, and the public 8. Provides consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations under the supervision of an LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 9. Effectively draft diagnostic impressions by participating in diagnostic processes under the authority of the supervising LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 10. Knowledgeable of the purposes, organization and policies of the communitys health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers 11. Skilled in multi-tasking, organizing work, making assignments, achieving goals and objectives and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment 12. Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures of the clinic sufficient to direct its operations and to provide effective patient care 13. Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions as well as establishing and maintaining quality control 14. Participates in problem-solving and implementation of plans for departmental improvement 15. Organizes and integrates organizational priorities and deadlines 16. Actively participates in supervision, team meetings, and professional development opportunities 17. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. MISSION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: 18. Demonstrates the Mission and acts in ways that advance the best interest of the customers entrusted to our care. Positively represents SWLA Center for Health Services (SWLA) in the workplace and the community. 19. Presents self professionally: apparel and appearance are appropriate according to SWLA department dress code. 20. Demonstrates effective communication and listens attentively to the customer and promptly acts upon requests with consideration for patient privacy. Keeps the patient informed about their care and treatment in a comfortable atmosphere. 21. Respects the gifts and talents (the diversity that co-workers bring to their jobs) of each other. Demonstrates effective communication and assists co-workers as necessary. 22. Respects the privacy and confidentiality of the customers we serve, our physicians, co- workers and the community. 23. Practices safe work habits and maintain a safe environment for self, co- workers, patients, and visitors. 24. Works collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes, and develop services. Acts as an advocate for our customers. 25. Complies with organization/department policies and procedures, including but not limited to confidentiality, safety, cooperation/flexibility and attendance. 26. Understands and complies with applicable federal/state laws and Standards of Conduct as related to assigned job duties. 27. Participates in departmental or organizational quality. Continuous performance improvement activity. This job description is not all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable, related business duties as assigned. The Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer reserve the right to change job responsibilities, duties, and hours as needed to prevail. This document is for management communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. BENEFITS: We offer competitive pay and our benefits package includes: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Retirement Plan 401k Matching Paid Time Off Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program SCHEDULE: All medical staff follow our clinic operational hours. Monday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

JOB TITLE: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health SUPERVISED BY: Behavioral Health Supervisor Responsible for providing behavioral health services within an integrated care model. With supervision by a LCSW, this position focuses on delivering counseling, care coordination and social support to patients across diverse populations ensuring access to comprehensive health services. In addition, LMSW will conduct evaluations/assessments, develops treatment plan and provide counseling, coordinates discharge planning, counseling, crisis intervention, resourcing, and case management services which require a high degree of independent decision-making and program administration; record appropriate documentation of services in the electronic health record; initiating and implementing behavioral interventions; Work is performed in an office setting under direct supervision by a LCSW. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Master's or Doctoral degree in the field of Social Work from an accredited program Possess and maintain Licensure as a LMSW in Louisiana which must be active, unrestricted, current, and complete Maintain CME/CEU requirements necessary for license renewal in Louisiana Clinical experience JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Knowledgeable with DSM diagnosis and ICD coding and required review and co-sign/formal approval of supervising LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 2. Proficient in the assessment and evaluation of clients to determine their mental health and social service needs, developing treatment plans and providing evidence based counseling and therapeutic interventions to patients under the supervision of an LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 3. Possesses strong understanding of societies and their impact on mental health and able to build and maintain rapport with clients and their supports; is culturally sensitive and effective when working with ethnically diverse populations; researches effective therapeutic treatment modalities 4. Ability to solve problems, monitor and examine patients 5. Knowledgeable of community resources, skilled in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives 6. Effectively applies therapeutic orientations on a case by case basis; seeks out new methods and principles and willing to incorporate them in existing practices 7. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers, employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, caregivers, and the public 8. Provides consultation to individuals, couples, families, groups and organizations under the supervision of an LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 9. Effectively draft diagnostic impressions by participating in diagnostic processes under the authority of the supervising LCSW or other clinically licensed mental health professional 10. Knowledgeable of the purposes, organization and policies of the community's health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers 11. Skilled in multi-tasking, organizing work, making assignments, achieving goals and objectives and work effectively in a high-stress and fast-moving environment 12. Knowledgeable of the policies and procedures of the clinic sufficient to direct its operations and to provide effective patient care 13. Ability to assume responsibility and exercise authority over assigned work functions as well as establishing and maintaining quality control 14. Participates in problem-solving and implementation of plans for departmental improvement 15. Organizes and integrates organizational priorities and deadlines 16. Actively participates in supervision, team meetings, and professional development opportunities 17. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. MISSION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE: 18. Demonstrates the Mission and acts in ways that advance the best interest of the customers entrusted to our care. Positively represents SWLA Center for Health Services (SWLA) in the workplace and the community. 19. Presents self professionally: apparel and appearance are appropriate according to SWLA department dress code. 20. Demonstrates effective communication and listens attentively to the customer and promptly acts upon requests with consideration for patient privacy. Keeps the patient informed about their care and treatment in a comfortable atmosphere. 21. Respects the gifts and talents (the diversity that co-workers bring to their jobs) of each other. Demonstrates effective communication and assists co-workers as necessary. 22. Respects the privacy and confidentiality of the customers we serve, our physicians, co- workers and the community. 23. Practices safe work habits and maintain a safe environment for self, co- workers, patients, and visitors. 24. Works collaboratively to solve problems, improve processes, and develop services. Acts as an advocate for our customers. 25. Complies with organization/department policies and procedures, including but not limited to confidentiality, safety, cooperation/flexibility and attendance. 26. Understands and complies with applicable federal/state laws and Standards of Conduct as related to assigned job duties. 27. Participates in departmental or organizational quality. Continuous performance improvement activity. This job description is not all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable, related business duties as assigned. The Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer reserve the right to change job responsibilities, duties, and hours as needed to prevail. This document is for management communication only and not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment. BENEFITS: We offer competitive pay and our benefits package includes: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental Insurance Retirement Plan 401k Matching Paid Time Off Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program SCHEDULE: All medical staff follow our clinic operational hours. Monday: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

Social Worker - MSW / LSW Department: Integrated Care Management Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Note: Likely 1 on-call holiday per year Schedule may include on-call and holiday rotations. Position Overview: The Social Worker conducts face-to-face assessments and counseling with patients and families, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure safe, timely, and resourceful care. The role involves interpreting complex psychosocial needs, providing crisis intervention, supporting discharge planning, and serving as a key liaison with protective services and community agencies. Key Responsibilities: Meet face-to-face with patients and families to assess psychosocial needs and provide counseling. Collaborate with the healthcare team to facilitate a coordinated, safe, and timely episode of care. Interpret and communicate complex patient and family needs while modeling caring and professional practices. Assess psychosocial risk factors through evaluation of prior functioning, support systems, reactions to illness, and coping skills. Counsel patients and families regarding emotional, social, and financial impacts of illness/disability. Access and mobilize family and community resources to meet identified needs. Provide mental health assessments upon physician referral. Deliver therapeutic interventions to support complex discharge planning. Serve as the primary contact for cases involving child abuse/neglect, elder/elderly abuse/neglect, institutional abuse, and domestic violence. Act as liaison between Indiana University Health and local child and adult protective teams (APS/DCS). Provide intervention in guardianship (temporary/permanent), foster care, adoption, and mental health Level II placements. Offer specialized mental health services, including crisis intervention, addiction assessments, and community resource recommendations. Support individuals in dangerous or potentially dangerous situations, providing leadership in clinical interventions. Use de-escalation techniques to support patients in acute crises and prevent violence. Conduct effective interviews with victims, perpetrators, family members, and key stakeholders. Provide intervention for end-of-life, guardianship, foster care, and adoption cases. Qualifications & Requirements: Education: Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university. Licensure: Permanent Indiana LSW licensure required. Certifications: Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or an alternative de-escalation training within 6 months of hire. Knowledge & Skills: Evidence-based psychosocial assessment, short-term therapeutic counseling, and crisis intervention for mental health and substance use disorders. Understanding of disease processes and human behavior related to health-related social needs. Complex discharge planning skills for safe patient transitions. Legal knowledge of state and county adult and child protective mandates. Principles of growth, development, and end-of-life care. Ability to identify decision-makers and facilitate goals-of-care conversations. Experience in adapting services to diverse geographic, cultural, and financial populations. Strong relationships with hospital leadership, medical teams, law enforcement, APS/DCS, schools, probation, and community agencies. Computer literacy and proficiency in documentation within an electronic medical record (EMR). Ability to respond effectively to violent or potentially violent situations using de-escalation techniques. Core Competencies: Excellent communication and active listening skills. Strong crisis intervention, de-escalation, and violence prevention skills. Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Confidentiality and HIPAA compliance. Cultural sensitivity and professionalism. Join Our Team! Help us provide compassionate, expert psychosocial support that enhances patient safety and well-being. To learn more about our benefits, visit: IU Health Benefits Interested? Apply today to become a Social Worker - MSW, LSW at Indiana University Health!

The LMSW conducts psychosocial evaluations, provides individual and group psychotherapy, care management services and discharge planning. Develops and implements patient treatment plans and participates in treatment team conferences. Relies on education, experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under supervision required by regulation and licensing board. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. * Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high-quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high-quality health and wellness services by the department. * Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information. * Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. * Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Education - Master's degree in social work Special Skills - Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communications skills, basic computer skills Licensure - Certification as a master's in social work (or Provisional LMSW) by the Louisiana State Board Social Work Examiners BLS & First Aid Certification

Part Time The Social Worker provides medical social work services to patients and families in the acute care setting in the Care Management Department. This includes psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, linkage to community resources, collaboration with other treatment team members, and/or supportive counseling and crisis intervention. At Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System, we offer you much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer career opportunities for people who have a calling to share their gifts and talents as part of our healing ministry. As a Catholic hospital, we are here to create a spirit of healing - and we invite you to join our team today if you would like to be part of that spirit. In addition to competitive salaries and generous benefits, we offer you something special - the chance to do God's work by helping to serve people in need throughout our community, every day. * Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. Provides 24 hour on-call coverage for the center on a rotating basis as scheduled and manages any crisis issues that occur. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high quality health and wellness services by the department. * Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information, and completes billing forms and writes letters and reports as indicated in a timely manner. * Develops high quality and appropriate instructional materials for cardiac rehabilitation patients in an effort to facilitate patient recovery and promote overall patient wellness. * Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. * Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. LMSW Minimum Requirements: Education: Master's Degree Licensure: Current Louisiana State Board of Social Workers License LMSW Cert: BLS LCSW Minimum Requirements: Education: Master's Degree Experience: some previous social work experience Licensure: Current Louisiana State Board of Social Workers License LCSW Cert: BLS

The Social Worker LMSW conducts psychosocial evaluations, provides individual and group psychotherapy, care management services and discharge planning. Develops and implements patient treatment plans and participates in treatment team conferences. Relies on education, experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under supervision required by regulation and licensing board. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. * Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high quality health and wellness services by the department. * Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information. * Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. * Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Education - Masters Degree and either an LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, or LPC Training - Crisis Intervention Training within 90 days of employment; BLS Special Skills - Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communications skills, basic computer skills

Social Worker-Community Health Center Join our mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care for people in Louisiana, encompassing primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. Help save lives at OHL! Job Summary Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Social Worker for the Community Health Center. The schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. The Social Worker will provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of behavioral health clients. The position will also assist primary care providers and Program Managers with implementing disease management programs; participate in the development, review, and evaluation of the family and/or client's plan of care; utilize information from various sources to identify patients who would benefit from disease management and case management services; educate and engage patients in their own care management; identify social and/or medical barriers that impede health outcomes; link patients to appropriate levels of care/appropriate and supportive services; work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary inter-agency team to facilitate achievement of desired treatment outcomes, monitor patient ED and hospitalization utilization rates; and utilize an Internet based care management system to track patient progress and health outcomes. Responsibilities and Duties It is the duty and responsibility of the Social Worker to: coordinate/facilitate patient care; provide direct care to patients within the Scope of Practice for which the provider is licensed; provide direct care to clients/patients to support the agency's department; manage patient care under Best Practices, UDS recommendations, and as prescribed to maintain accreditation; conduct thorough documentation of visits and medical orders to support billing charges; complete billing components of visit to optimize revenue within dictated time frames; work collaboratively and maintains communication with patient care team (providers, nurses, etc.) to provide effective, timely, and appropriate patient care management; assist patients and providers to adhere to evidence-based treatment protocols for specific disease states; educate patients and helps to engage them in their own care management, provide asthma and diabetes education; monitor patient care by tracking patient charts, counsel patients during physician visits, follow up through telephone calls and home visits as needed, and utilize Internet based case management tracking system; meet directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop an individualized care plan as necessary; ensure/maintain plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and health care team; collaborate with relevant community-based social services and health care organizations (social workers, home health care, school nurses, hospice providers, etc.) to address patient needs/barriers to improved health outcomes and to secure necessary care and equipment; address/resolve system problems impeding progress; proactively identify and resolve delays and obstacles to expedite care; utilize advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues; collaborate and communicate with multidisciplinary team at all phases of planning process, including initial patient assessment, planning, implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and teaching and ongoing evaluation; identify patients with need for Patient Assistance Program submission to pharmaceutical companies in order to offset the cost to patient (This includes assisting patient in filling out application, identifying needed documents to support income, assure provider licenses are submitted, application is signed by provider, manage the course of application, notify patient of arrival of medicine, and when need for refills occurs; log of applicants will be kept and submission of application and arrival of meds will be documented in log); perform utilization management and quality screening for assigned patients; identify at-risk populations using approved screening tool(s) and follows established care and reporting protocols; monitor medical resource use on an ongoing basis and take action to achieve continuous improvement; refer cases and issues to PCP and follows up as indicated; follow up on referrals from PCP as appropriate; actively participate in clinical performance improvement activities; participate in development, implementation, evaluation and revision of disease management tools as a member of the clinical change team; attend local meetings as necessary; participate in training as necessary to successfully complete job responsibilities, including training in disease management protocols, care management strategies, use of network software programs, and data analysis skills; use data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related to care management for assigned patients, including fiscal, clinical, and patient satisfaction data; collect special study data for specific performance and/or outcome indicators as determined by program; participate in discussions of key variances and outcomes that relate to areas of direct responsibility; use data in collaboration with other disciplines to ensure effective patient management; provide effective treatment planning and assist clients in successfully achieving goals; evaluate crisis situations and apply appropriate interventions; actively participate in meetings that support the integrated health care model to provide comprehensive care for clients; assist in the detection of “at risk” patients and development of plans to prevent further psychological or physical deterioration; assist the primary care team in developing care management processes including guidelines, disease management techniques, case management, and patient education to improve self-management of chronic disease; provide assessment, consultation, and brief intervention for psychological/psychiatric problems and/or disorders; teach patients, families, and staff, care, prevention, and treatment enhancement techniques monitor the site's behavioral health program to identify and make improvement recommendations for problems related to patient service; and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills Required: Minimum qualifications include the following: Master's in Social Work LCSW unencumbered licensure Greater than 1 year Clinical/UM/Discharge Planning/Home Care/Social Work/Ambulatory experience Current CPR certification Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills Clinical competence in assigned area Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently Familiar with medication-assisted treatment and including opioid treatment programs. Compensation and Benefits Competitive compensation and benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability), leave benefits and 401k match. Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status View all jobs at this company

The Social Worker LMSW conducts psychosocial evaluations, provides individual and group psychotherapy, care management services and discharge planning. Develops and implements patient treatment plans and participates in treatment team conferences. Relies on education, experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under supervision required by regulation and licensing board. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. * Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high-quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high-quality health and wellness services by the department. * Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information. * Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. * Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. * Education - Master's Degree * Training - Crisis Intervention Training within 90 days of employment * Special Skills - Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communications skills, basic computer skills * Licensure - Certification as a Master's in Social Work (LMSW or LCSW) by the Louisiana State Board Social Work Examiners

The Social Worker LMSW conducts psychosocial evaluations, provides individual and group psychotherapy, care management services and discharge planning. Develops and implements patient treatment plans and participates in treatment team conferences. Relies on education, experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under supervision required by regulation and licensing board. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. * Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high quality health and wellness services by the department. * Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information. * Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. * Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Education - Master's Degree Certification as a Masters in Social Work (LMSW) by the Louisiana State Board Social Work Examiners

The Social Worker LMSW conducts psychosocial evaluations, provides individual and group psychotherapy, care management services and discharge planning. Develops and implements patient treatment plans and participates in treatment team conferences. Relies on education, experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under supervision required by regulation and licensing board. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. #CB Clinical Practice and Care Management * Serves as the case manager for assigned patients. Coordinates the interdisciplinary assessment process. * Completes psychosocial assessment within guidelines defined by the organization. * Conducts group and individual therapy and/or case management activities as appropriate to the treatment plan. * Conducts family meetings as necessary and as directed by the physician. * Develops and implements high quality patient treatment plans based on thorough patient assessment and evaluation, analysis of family and home dynamics, and assessment of patient's capacity and potential to cope with problems of daily living in an effort to promote the high quality health and wellness services provided by the department. * Follows established practice guidelines with regard to work and patient scheduling and demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet practice and patient needs. * Demonstrates professional judgment in reporting cases of suspected abuse or neglect while maintaining patient and family member confidentiality in an effort toward ensuring the provision of high quality health and wellness services by the department. Documentation * Completes treatment plan documentation and updates according to patient needs and organizational expectations. * Completes documentation of all patient and caregiver interactions. * Completes documentation of all group, individual and family activities. * Explains and discusses the living will and durable power of attorney to patients and family members in a sensitive and caring manner in accordance with established hospital policy and procedure. * Follows policies and procedures regarding discharge planning, evaluations, chart documentation, and follow-up coordination, ensures appropriate and efficient completion of authorization to provide or receive information. Communication, Partnership and Collaboration * Works collaboratively to solve problems, improves processes, develop services, and acts as a patient advocate. Acts as an information and referral source by developing cooperative agreements with community agencies and services in an effort to meet patient needs and ensure that treatment is immediately relevant to the problems the patient is experiencing. * Participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement initiatives. Provides high quality counseling to staff members and facilitates staff support groups in an effort to promote a positive working environment and address the immediate needs of fellow co-workers. * Actively participates in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment plan. * Actively participates in treatment team activities. * Promotes a therapeutic milieu by formal and informal methods. Professional Development * Acts as a clinical resource and serves as a mentor to health care team members; displays leadership behaviors. * Identifies own learning needs based on self-evaluation and the progress made from the previous year's goals. * Accountable for all documentation and completion of all required continuing education and competencies relevant to area of practice as defined by clinical management. * Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. * Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Leadership skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and problem solving. * Participates in community outreach services as an educational resource informing the public about innovative care management programs available to caregivers. Provides high quality professional consultation and in-service education to medical and hospital staff. * Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Education: Master's Degree Training: Crisis Intervention Training within 90 days of employment Special Skills: Proficient in the English language, verbal and written communications skills, basic computer skills Licensure: Certification as a Masters in Social Work (or CSW) by the Louisiana State Board Social Work Examiners and BLS Certification

Job Purpose: : Provides domestic violence advocacy through case management support reflective of The Wellspring Alliance for Families mission which is to strengthen the well-being and development of families and individuals. Develops increased community awareness of domestic violence and the services available. Experience and Knowledge Bachelor's degree in social work or related field Knowledge of community resources Previous experience working with the public Skills and Abilities Knowledge of community resources and the ability to develop and access community resources Must demonstrate mature and objective, non-judgmental behaviors Ability to assess situations both within and outside the client system and determine priorities Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to record with clarity and promptness and computer skills Good listening skills and the ability to ask appropriate questions Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships and to communicate and work with other staff, clients, volunteers and other professionals from various cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds Ability to work within the purpose, structure and constraints of the agency Ability to maintain poise and control and to be effective even under extreme stress and unexpected crises Ability to prioritize and budget time and duties efficiently Ability to manage position with minimal supervision Ability to assume responsibility for own learning Ability to promote teamwork among co-workers and project participants. Core Values of Staff Service: I act with a servant's heart to contribute meaningfully to the wellbeing of others. Teamwork: I willingly help my teammates. Respect: I recognize the dignity, worth and importance of others. Open-hearted: I am kind, caring and compassionate. iNtegrity: I am honest and ethical in all that I do. Growth: I embrace challenges and change with a positive attitude. Job Related Training Orientation Ongoing staff in-service in related fields Monthly Agency Staff meetings, program delivery meetings and program area meetings Initial and ongoing training in the areas of domestic violence and sexual assault as required by the LA Coalition Against Domestic Violence (LCADV) and the LA Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA) Principle Duties and Responsibilities Determines nature of client's situation by: Assessing participant's needs and determining the nature of the situation through interview process. Conduct life skills classes and support groups to program participants Planning and implementing age appropriate activities and groups that are empowering to children of domestic violence and that focus on self-esteem, safety planning, emotional expression, etc. Provide community outreach in various rural communities. Develop and sustain community partnerships through education of programs and services. Establishes course of action by: Preparing an individualized comprehensive service plan for program participant/family, which is developed, negotiated and agreed upon by the client and program staff and which identifies services and assistance necessary to achieve the participant's stated goals. Assessing lethality of individual client situation Developing and reviewing safety plan with clients and their children. Raise public awareness about domestic violence and the need for victim services within the community by: Contacting members of the community including: law enforcement, health care professionals, victim advocates, clergy, schools, child and family services, and other entities from the community. Disseminating domestic violence pamphlets, youth dating pamphlets, and domestic violence posters Providing domestic violence presentations to civic organizations, schools, churches, law enforcement, health care personnel and other entities. Obtains assistance for client by: Accessing and mobilizing resources to meet the client's needs. (Example: advocating on behalf of client with Social Security office, Office of Community Support, Food Stamp Office, housing, employment and job training.) Establishing a rapport with other agencies. Fosters client's action or adjustment by: Interpreting attitudes and patterns of behavior. Reviews and highlights new options. Empathetic listening. Maintains record of case by: Documenting client's situation and client's own actions. Documenting advocacy for client. Assuring that records are sent to Outcomes Monitor in timely manner. Monitors planned actions by: Periodic follow-up. Reassessing client goals as needed. Maintains operations by: Following policies and procedures. Participating in quality reviews. Completing paper work in a timely manner. Following safety procedures at all times. Maintains client confidence and protects operations by: Keeping information confidential Contributes to team effort by: Demonstrating flexibility and accommodating change. Accomplishing related results as needed. Performs other duties as related to the position and as assigned Work non-traditional hours and/or alternate schedule during special projects or to meet agency deadlines