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Addus HomeCare lists this Social Worker opportunity in palos heights, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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JourneyCare Home Health is seeking a PRN Social Worker for our Palos Heights team.
Hourly Pay: $60 + mileage reimbursement
Coverage Area: Dolton, Homer Glen, Homewood, Orland Park
We offer:
Great culture and team atmosphere
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Discount Marketplace
What You’ll Do:
Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.
Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
Prepares clinical and progress notes.
Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding physical and environmental needs.
Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.
Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.
Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.
Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
Qualifications:
Social Work DegreeIllinois: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
Current State Licensure in Social WorkIllinois: LSW or LCSW
Minimum of one (1) year’s experience in health care. Experience in a home health care preferred.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance
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Worksite address
palos heights, IL, 60463, US
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