Share Email Opening Title SNF Social Worker, Philadelphia County  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Description SNF Social Worker needed for full-time, temp to hire position in Philadelphia County. Responsible for discharge planning and contributing to the patient's treatment plan through an understanding of social, psychological, and/or environmental needs related to the impact of illness and the need for hospitalization. Coordinates the discharge planning process to ensure a safe and timely transition from hospital to home, community, or institutional setting. Collaborates and cooperates with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to ensure continuity of care. Identifies and attends to the psychological needs of patients and families. Provides counseling to patients, families, and groups. Responsible for documentation in the medical record, statistics, and reports as required. Facilitates legal matters, and financial entitlements and complies with grants and contracts when applicable. Maintains relationships with community agencies and keeps up to date on resources. Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions. Enhances own professional development and maintains formal and informal continuing education for self-improvement.   Position Requirements MSW and one-year experience in the health care field/setting. LSW preferred. Excellent communication and writing skills, ability to operate with limited direction; ability to multi-task; high-level attention to detail. Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, and clinical disease processes. Knowledge and understanding of human development and behavior, and ability to make psychosocial assessments.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://SocialWorkPRNInc.appone.com

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