Associate Therapist - Medical Social Worker II (Bilingual Spanish required) Anaheim
Company: Kaiser
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary: The Medical Social Worker II provides assessment,
coordination, and implementation/evaluation of professional social
services to patients and their families in order to aid them in
coping with social, emotional, and economic difficulties related to
medical problems or which predispose to illness. This
classification is distinguished from the Medical Social Worker I by
its responsibility to treating the more difficult and complex cases
such as but not limited to crisis intervention and behavior
modification. Essential Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser
Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of
Responsibilities, and applicable state, federal and local laws.
Quality of Clinical Services The Medical Social Worker II provides
quality counseling services by assessing patient/family system
needs then developing and implementing treatment plans in
accordance with departmental and medical center policies, and in
compliance with the I standards of the social work profession.
Quality of clinical services is indicated by QM findings, case
presentations, documentation review, staff and patient feedback and
supervisory discussions. Performs a bio-psychosocial assessment
interview with patient, family, and/or significant other according
to department policy and standards. Provides appropriate crises
intervention/treatment to adults, children and families in emergent
situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral
and providing consultation to physicians and healthcare team.
Provides a professional interpretation of patients condition (i.e.,
situation, affect, behavior and verbal content) and recommends
appropriate psycho-social intervention(s) and/or treatment plan.
Develops culturally sensitive assessment that reflects departmental
standards and includes: reasons for referral; source of referral;
Informant name; physical/medical issues; interpersonal and social
relations; emotional/psychiatric/adjustment issues including
assessment of depression; role performance/social transition;
community planning/resources (as indicated); legal/protective
issues (as indicated) Provides appropriate counseling services to
patients and/or family based on clinical assessment and consistent
with patients on-going medical condition/needs. Performs relevant
patient and family advocacy services within KP and the community.
Provides patient education on subjects related to psycho-social
adjustment to medical illness, individually, in classes or groups.
Professional Knowledge The Medical Social Worker II takes
responsibility for implementation of social work knowledge and
values, standards of practice and enhancement of professional
skills as demonstrated by chart reviews, case presentations, staff
and patient feedback, supervisory discussions and attendance at
conferences/classes. Assessment demonstrates ability to interpret
the social, emotional and behavioral problems/elements as they
relate to the patients medical condition and treatment. Knowledge
of availability of KP and community resources consistent with
treatment goals. Utilizes professional knowledge in facilitating
staff and other meetings. Demonstrates knowledge of and observes
department policies and procedures. Utilizes formal and informal
education opportunities to increase professional knowledge base as
demonstrated by attendance at appropriate and approved
programs/workshops/in-services/etc. Demonstrates the integration of
clinical social work theory into practice by appropriately
utilizing clinical knowledge of bio-psychosocial development
stages, personality development, human behavior, etc., to formulate
assessment, direct treatment, and provide consultation and
education to other team members. This includes integration of
developmental theory and clinical practice in assessments and
intervention specific to the age group served. A. NEONATES
Substance Abuse Parent/Infant Bonding Family Relationships Safety
Developmental Milestones Parental Coping/Acceptance Birth/death B.
PEDIATRICS Child Abuse/Neglect Reporting Substance Abuse Safety
Legal Parent/Guardian/Child Relationships Developmental Milestones
Family Relationships Peer Group School/Academic Performance C.
ADOLESCENT Abuse/Neglect Reporting Substance Abuse Developmental
Milestones Family Relationships Peer Group Relationships Sexuality
Education D. ADULT Abuse/Neglect Reporting Substance Abuse Adequacy
of Self-Care Developmental Milestones Sexuality Family
Responsibilities E. GERIATRIC Elder Abuse/Neglect Reporting
Substance Abuse Adequacy Of Self Care Support System Developmental
Milestones Mental Status/Competency Mortality Interdisciplinary
Functions as an effective team member, consultant, and liaison to
medical, nursing and ancillary staff, and to community agencies, as
measured by staff feedback (positive and negative), observation by
supervisor, QM evaluations, and written communications.
Demonstrates interdisciplinary approach, competent follow-up and
communication of accurate information to team members. Assumes
responsibility for patient, staff and system problems indicated by
requests for involvement. Demonstrates awareness of the Departments
mission, scope and vision in the context of the Medical Centers
structure. As measured by established standards, maintains good
rapport with: A. Peers and colleagues B. Community C. Physicians D.
Other health care team members. Educates physicians and staff
regarding the role of the social worker and the importance of
addressing bio- psychosocial issues for quality patient care and
service. Regularly participates as a team member in patient care
conferences and planning meetings, and forms teams when indicated.
Professional Conduct Demonstrates professional behavior and
interventions are consistent with departmental policies and
procedures, TJC, Title 22, NCQA, legal mandates, the NASW Code of
Ethics and Standards for Social Work in Health Care Settings, and
other Medical Center Guidelines. Utilizes supervision and
consultation appropriately, as indicated by: regular attendance at
supervisory/consultation sessions, identifying and discussing
problem cases/situations with supervisor, seeking consultation with
peers and being open to learning. Contributes and shares community
resources with colleagues. Represents the department in appropriate
medical center and/or community meetings. Identifies improvement
opportunities for the department or work area and communicates
ideas to the supervisor. Participates in Quality Management
activities based on member needs, organizational goals, and
professional standards. Identifies and participates in the solution
to system problems. Attends and occasionally facilitates
staff/education meetings. Avoids unscheduled absences, arrives at
work at scheduled time and takes action to avoid recurring
absences. Plans and submits elected time-off in advance. Exhibits
standards of professional behavior in compliance with Regional
Quality of Service guidelines. Maintains confidentiality regarding
patient and/or family issues in accordance with Medical Center
policy and professional standards. Demonstrates knowledge of and
complies with Fire & Safety, Disaster, Universal Precautions and
Infectious Disease policies and procedures. Works in a
self-directed manner as demonstrated by requesting assistance when
clinical case situation is beyond experience or abilities.
Productivity Maintains patient access, and meets established
standards for effectiveness and efficiency. Prioritizes, plans and
organizes work load needs within assigned hours as measured by
timely completion of work and documentation. Case finds and screens
high-risk patients according to department protocols. Spends at
least 70% of time in direct service activity. Responds to referrals
within departmentally delineated time frames. Completes and submits
statistics in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Documents interventions in appropriate formats, legibly and within
departmental time frames. Disclaimer: The above statements are
intended to describe the general nature and the level of work being
preformed by the individuals assigned to this position and as such
are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of
responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so
classified. Basic Qualifications: Experience N/A Education Masters
Degree in Social Work. License, Certification, Registration
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (California) Additional
Requirements: Following language applies to Home Health, Hospice
and Palliative positions only. Current CA Drivers License, clear
driving record for the past 2 years and proof of automobile
insurance as required by law. One year post masters experience in
Medical Social Work required. BLS card required Bilingual
(English/Spanish) Level II required. Preferred Qualifications:
One-year experience in a health care environment preferred. Notes:
Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within
the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program.
PrimaryLocation : California,Anaheim,Orange Co Anaheim Medical
Center HoursPerWeek : 40 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu,
Fri, Sat, Sun WorkingHoursStart : 12:00 AM WorkingHoursEnd : 11:59
PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status :
Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B11-PSC-NUHW-NUHW Psych
Social Chapter Job Level : Individual Contributor Job Category :
Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual Care Department : OC
Anaheim Medical Center - Social Services - 0806 Travel : Yes, 50 %
of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer
committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation,
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