About this role
Job Duties:
• Assessing Social and Emotional Factors: Evaluate how illness affects patients' social, emotional, and psychological well-being.
• Direct Social Work and Counseling: Provide support to patients and their families through counseling and social work services.
• Resource Utilization: Connect patients and families with available resources for social, emotional, and practical support.
• Practical Assistance: Help with financial or environmental challenges as necessary.
• Caseload Management: Manage and track the productivity and status of patients.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate patient records, including progress notes and reports.
• Collaboration: Work with physicians and other healthcare providers to address social and emotional factors affecting health.
• Consultation: Provide guidance to external agencies or internal departments on social and emotional factors affecting patients.
• Communication: Ensure accurate communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional Development: Participate in workshops and professional meetings to stay updated in the field.
Specific Job Demands (Physical Requirements):
• Strength: Light work involving occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs and frequent lifting of up to 10 lbs. It may involve walking and standing, even when the weight is negligible.
• Reaching: Frequent reaching with arms or hands.
• Handling and Fingering: Frequent use of hands for seizing, holding, and grasping, as well as detailed tasks that require finger dexterity.
• Talking and Hearing: Frequent need to speak clearly and exchange information with clients, families, and colleagues, as well as hear and understand communication.
• Vision: Frequent need for clear vision up close, with the ability to adjust focus and identify colors.
Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work from an accredited institution.
• Experience: At least one year of social work experience, preferably in a medical setting.
• Licensing and Credentials: Required to be licensed and have access to a valid driver's license in Pennsylvania, with proof of insurance.
• BLS Certification: Required for basic life support.
Working Conditions:
• The role involves a mix of office and home settings, requiring physical flexibility (e.g., bending, lifting) to perform patient evaluations.
• Possible exposure to chemicals used in clinical and medical procedures.
• Regular travel, requiring access to reliable transportation.
Disclosure and Equal Opportunity:
• Meadville Medical Center is committed to adhering to ADA standards and providing equal opportunity employment for individuals with disabilities. Accommodations can be made for qualified individuals.
This job description gives a comprehensive overview of the essential duties, physical demands, and qualifications required for the role. It emphasizes the importance of both social work skills and the ability to work in a healthcare setting.