Job Information
Atrium Health Social Worker MSW Atrium Health Lake Norman FT Days in Cornelius, North Carolina
Job Summary
Provides education and support services to patients, families, and staff; assesses needs, plans, coordinates and evaluates services of patients with the goal of equipping and empowering individuals and their families.
Essential Functions
Plans for the care management of targeted populations.
Works with the clinical team to provide information and education to patients and their social support on available community resources.
Maintains knowledge of community agencies and community resources for referrals and care partnerships and utilizes these to meet patient needs.
Interviews, assesses needs, and refers patients/families to resources for social, emotional, or financial assistance when appropriate and serves as a patient advocate to help in the decision making process. Assists and facilitates the multidisciplinary team in understanding and integrating these aspects into the plan of care.
Reports suspected cases of child and/or adult abuse/neglect/exploitation. Serves as liaison between providers, care setting, patient/patient's social support system and Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation.
Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills to identify problems, recommend solutions and work toward resolution
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and within time frame specified
Physical Requirements
Works in an office type setting, extensive walking throughout the facility. Prolonged periods of sitting reviewing medical records, documentation. Repetitive wrist motion and occasional lifting of 10-20 pounds. Requires frequent verbal and written communication in English. Intact sight and hearing with or without assistive devices is required. Must be able to handle a fast paced environment, moving independently from one location to another.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Master's degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required. Minimum of one year hospital/health-related experience preferred. Designation as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW), or a certification in case management is preferred. Case Management certifications for MSWs include: Accredited Case Manager (ACM); Certified Social Work Case Manager (CSWCM); Certified Case Manager (CCM); or Certification for Case Managers (CMC). Must adhere to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics.
Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.