Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Blackfoot Medical Center

JOB SUMMARY: The MVH Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) supports MVHs initiatives toward clinical integration. 1) improving quality and patient satisfaction, 2) improving outcomes and the overall health of the patient, and 3) reducing the total cost of care. Social Worker will provide assessment, intervention, and advocacy as needed to patients with varying levels of mental health conditions. This position requires a high degree of flexibility, independence, and knowledge of the health care system. It is important to understand and have a working knowledge of community resources to maximize emotional, social, and physical well-being of the patients being served by our MVH Primary Care Practices. LCSW will coordinate intervention with PCPs and other care providers as indicated.

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our team!

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.


Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.


BENEFITS :


Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

1. Completes initial screening of patients referred from primary care providers to determine disposition and needs 2. Employs a wide range of interventions, such as care coordination/case management, risk screening and behavior change, educational information, referrals, and safety planning
3. Offers solutions to road blocks while implementing programs.
4. Monitors high risk patients within each clinic and follows up appropriately with clinic staff
5. Ensures all deadlines are met during implementation stages
6. Revises care plans as indicated by the patients response to treatment and provider direction.
7. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age
8. Is knowledgeable of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition
9. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate
10. Is able to perform treatments and provide services and education to level of licensure 11. Advocates on behalf of patients and their families to gain access to services and resources 12. Provides provider support in complex cases
13. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers
14. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
15. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers population served. Able to interpret data about the patients status in order to identify each patients age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
16. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
17. Communicates appropriately and clearly to manager, co-workers and physicians
18. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments within our organization
19. Acts as a resource for other less experienced staff to include additional staff educational duties as assigned
20. Documentation meets current standards and policies
21. Coordinates and supervises patient care by coordinating with outside practices
22. Completes annual education requirements and keeps licensure current
23. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time
24. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner
25. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices
26. Maintain flexibility in a growing environment and be willing to grow, change and accept new duties as the scope of primary care practices changes with the needs of the community and hospital
27. Assists MVH with resources available for adults with behavioral health needs, including but not limited to: outpatient individual or group therapy, psychopharmacology, partial hospital programs and inpatient programs, and self-management tools 28. Effectively tracks and documents calls, outreach, case reviews, and outcomes of referrals in EMR system

Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent. Current BLS certification including training on defibrillators and renewal as required.

Equipment/Technology: Business machines operation required and proficient in MS Office and Excel. Has the ability to learn complex phone systems and hospital information system.

Language/Communication: Must be a great listener and have the ability to communicate expertly and appropriately in English with a diverse group of people.

Mental Capabilities: Must be even-tempered and able to make sound decision and judgments. Must have the ability to prioritize multiple and competing customer and staff needs.

Interpersonal: Must have excellent interpersonal skills by treating others with politeness and civility.

Performance: Strives for daily excellence in all verbal and nonverbal communications