Social Work Intern

Social Work Intern (Hospital)

Bluestone Child & Adolescent Hospital is seeking dynamic healthcare professionals interested in bringing psychiatric care to a new level for children ages 6-17. Working in a brand new, 12 bed state-of-the-art facility, Bluestone staff will have a unique ability to direct patient care, employ best practices, and join a care network that promotes the best long-term outcomes for patients.

INTERNSHIP SUMMARY: Under the administrative/clinical supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Field Instructor, the Social Work intern will be responsible for providing social service functions in a healthcare setting. The intern will complete assessments and case management to patients and families. Field hours are flexible, some evenings and/or weekends may apply. SWT or LSW required.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Perform psychosocial assessments on all patients to determine social service needs, and plan of care.
• Evaluate patient data, develops and implement a plan of care for the patient.
• Communicate with physicians regarding social service needs of the patient.
• Participate in plan of care for each patient; work cooperatively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team; completes progress notes and discharge plans in a timely fashion.
• Provide individual support and facilitate family meetings.
• Observe and communicate pertinent information regarding patient mental status and behavior, occurrences, and/or negative response to treatment or intervention to physician and/or appropriate health care team members.
• Maintain current knowledge of social, medical and psychiatric service available within the community; maintains supply of resource materials to be distributed to patients when needed. Is able to obtain other resources as needed.
• Communicate with family members and caretakers regarding the needs of the patient and anticipated plans.
• Collaborate with Utilization Review Coordinator and other members of the healthcare team to provide for psychosocial assistance.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.