Clinical Social Worker Specialist - On Call

Qualifications

Education: Master of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.

Experience

• This position requires a minimum of one year relevant experience.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas strongly preferred: Care Management
• Behavioral
• Health
• Social
• Services
• Addictions treatment
• Knowledge/Skills: Broad knowledge of the principles of social work and the ability to apply them, integrating knowledge of normal development and the aging process, changes related to illness, and the needs of patients with acute, chronic and terminal illness. Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses/injuries; common medications and their effects/side effects; and medical terminology. Ability to independently conduct psychosocial assessments and provide psychosocial treatment to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated strong organizational skills, including an ability to effectively triage patient and family needs. Ability to address the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members and to formulate and implement a treatment plan, identifying the patient’s problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills and assistance needed, in collaboration with the patient, family and interdisciplinary treatment team. Ability to engage in patient/family discussions of health care goals and decisions with attention to cultural and health literacy implications. Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to deal effectively with complex situations. Ability to consider the differential influences of the environment, society and culture and develop cultural competence in practice that promotes inclusiveness in the work environment. Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communication for effective and appropriate interactions with patients, families, physicians and staff. Ability to effectively engage in care coordination and transition planning. Demonstrated ability to locate, utilize and advocate for patient/family access to health care and community resources. Demonstrated ability to organize and lead clinical groups. Ability to navigate electronic medical record and effectively utilize basic computer programs. Knowledge of legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and an ability to be a resource to all team members regarding such issues and knowledge of current health care environment. Licensure Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for employees who perform this job in the state of Oregon. Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Advanced Social Worker (LASW), or Licensed Social Work Associate & Advanced (LSWAA) in the State of Washington. Pay Range USD $43.30 - USD $61.92 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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