Social Worker LMSW Care Manager Advanced Heart Failure Ambulatory

About the Department :

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Master of Social Work (MSW) professional to join our Advanced Heart Failure Clinic team. This role plays a vital part in supporting patients and families navigating the complexities of progressive advanced heart failure in pre- transplant care.

The MSW will provide psychosocial assessments, counseling support , and resource coordination to optimize patient outcomes and quality of life. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, MSW collaborates closely with advanced heart failure cardiologists, advanced practice providers , nurse care coordinators, pharmacists, medical assistants and other specialists to address the emotional, social, and practical challenges faced by patients with advanced cardiac conditions.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients with advanced heart failure.

Provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention to patients and families.

Assist with psychosocial readiness and support planning for potential transplant or ventricular device assist pathway or palliation or hospice care.

Facilitate access to community resources, financial assistance, and advance care planning.

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning.

Advocate for patient needs and promote health equity across diverse populations.

Support transitions of care, including discharge planning and outpatient follow-up.

Scope of work :

To work collaboratively with members of an interdisciplinary team in order to assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs. These interventions may include, but are not exclusive to : alternate site coordination, discharge planning, addressing all forms of identified abuse / neglect, adoption, substance use disorders, assisting with end of life decisions, providing appropriate referral resources, bereavement support, adjustment counseling, facilitating guardianships and behavioral health concerns (including psychiatric transfers).

Conducts psychosocial assessments with patient and or family to assist with identified psychosocial needs or who may be identified to require an alternate site of care post discharge and executes a plan.

Communicates with alternate sites of care and / or community agencies in an effective and timely manner, to best address the patient’s needs.

Completes and documents the assessment and plan in the electronic medical record, accurately reflecting the patient’s current condition, situational factors, transition of care needs and psychosocial imperatives.

Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team.

Responsible for maintaining relevant and current knowledge of community resources.

Participates or assists in department, regional, or statewide stakeholder committees, projects etc., as assigned / requested.

Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.

Provide short term therapeutic support as appropriate for setting and location.

Qualifications :

Master's Degree Social Work Required.

Master Social Worker (MSW-Master) - State of Michigan Upon Hire Required.

2 years of relevant experience health care related experience post obtaining Preferred.

Care management experience Preferred.

Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred.

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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

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Primary Location

SITE - 2902 Bradford St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Cardiovascular Advanced Heart Failure - GR

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N / A

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