Social Worker

We’re excited to welcome

TriHealth Clinton Regional Hospital to our system—marking a new

chapter in our shared mission to deliver exceptional care and

strengthen our regional

network.

Job

Overview : Coordinates,

facilitates, and executes Social Work functions with the patient

population through effective collaboration and communication with

the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions (ICT) team members. Follows

patients throughout the care continuum, identifying and addressing

psychosocial needs. Provides ongoing support and expertise through

specialized application of assessment, individual treatment plans,

continuous evaluation of treatment planning, case management,

mediation, referral, consultation, education, and advocacy.

Enhances the quality of patient management and satisfaction to

promote continuity of care through the integration of the functions

of case management, discharge planning, and the application of

social work practices. Acts as a patient advocate, investigates and

reports adverse occurrences, performs staff education related to

discharge planning and psychosocial aspects of healthcare delivery.

Advocates for the understanding of significant physical,

biological, psychological, emotional, and environmental factors

underlying patient‘s health

issues.

Job

Requirements : Education :

Graduate

of an accredited program in Social Work, Psychology, or a related

field. Master of Social Work

preferred.

License / Certification :

Social

Work License preferred. Certification in Case Management

preferred.

Experience : Three

years of experience in a healthcare setting required. Experience in

case management or discharge planning

preferred

Job

Responsibilities : Essential

Functions :

Coordinates psychosocial activities with the Interdisciplinary Team

and Physicians to provide comprehensive discharge

planning.

Utilizes critical thinking to develop and execute effective

discharge

plans.

Conducts comprehensive, ongoing biopsychosocial assessments of

patients and

families.

Serves as a patient advocate and fosters collaborative

relationships to support informed

decision-making.

Participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds and / or

conferences.

Provides patient and family education on post-hospital

needs.

Collaborates with clinical staff on the development and

implementation of care

plans.

Educates patients, families, and the healthcare team on cultural,

ethical, abuse / neglect, and financial

matters.

Refers patients and families to appropriate community

resources.

Applies knowledge of growth and development to provide

age-appropriate

support.

Coordinates social services to support family functioning and

healthcare

utilization.

Serves on division and hospital committees as

needed.

Arranges for post-hospital care through community institutions and

agencies.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Expectations :

Knowledge of payor practices, regulations, and reimbursement

related to discharge

planning.

Familiarity with Medicare benefits, insurance processes, and

contracts.

Understanding of accreditation standards and compliance

requirements.

Proficiency in English; strong verbal and written communication

skills.

Strong critical thinking, prioritization, and time management

skills.

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft

Office.

Effective interpersonal skills with patients, families, and

staff.

Regular attendance

required.

Travel requirement : Approximately

0%.

Working

Conditions : Bending

• Frequently

/ >

Climbing -

Rarely

/ >

Concentrating -

Frequently

/ >

Continuous Learning -

Frequently

/ >

Hearing : Conversation -

Frequently

/ >

Hearing : Other Sounds -

Frequently

/ >

Interpersonal Communication -

Frequently

/ >

Kneeling -

Occasionally

/ >

Lifting <10 Lbs. -

Frequently

/ >

Lifting 50+ Lbs. -

Frequently

/ >

Lifting <50 Lbs. -

Occasionally

/ >

Pulling -

Occasionally

/ >

Pushing -

Occasionally

/ >

Reaching -

Occasionally

/ >

Reading -

Consistently

/ >

Sitting -

Occasionally

/ >

Standing -

Frequently

/ >

Stooping -

Occasionally

/ >

Talking -

Frequently

/ >

Thinking / Reasoning -

Frequently

/ >

Use of Hands -

Frequently

/ >

Color Vision -

Frequently

/ >

Visual Acuity : Far -

Frequently

/ >

Visual Acuity : Near -

Consistently

/ >

Walking -

Frequently

TriHealth

SERVE Standards and ALWAYS

Behaviors

At

TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important

than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team

members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team

members are expected to demonstrate and live the

following : Serve :

ALWAYS...

/ >

contact, greeting with a smile, and saying

‘hello‘

/ >

lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can

assist

/ >

personal reasons in public spaces or patient care

areas

Excel : ALWAYS...

/ >

responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when

a customer‘s expectations have not been

met

Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines,

elevators)

/ >

and

service

Respect : ALWAYS...

/ >

differences and honor individual

preferences.

/ >

contribution, regardless of

title / role.

/ >

members and other departments in front of patients and

guests.

Value : ALWAYS...

/ >

to be on time, prepared and actively

participating.

/ >

environment is clean and safe.

/ >

using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will

look for ways to avoid

waste.

Engage : ALWAYS...

/ >

thank team members and others for

contributions.

/ >

customers, team members and the

community