Discharge Planner Social Worker

1 month ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Warren Barr Gold Coast Full time

Job Summary

The Social Worker will ensure that the medically related emotional and social needs of our Guests are met and maintained on an individual basis and in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive social histories and psychosocial assessments for Guests.
  • Orient Guests and families to our facility, its services, and its service limitations.
  • Attend scheduled care conferences and identify and interpret psychosocial needs of Guests for inclusion in the care plan.
  • Assist with the coordination, intake, admission, and Guest transfer within the facility.
  • Discuss facility rules and regulations with Guests' families and respond to questions regarding these rules.
  • Coordinate the inspection of Guests' belongings to ensure they are properly labeled and inventoried.
  • Attend Interdisciplinary Team and Unit Care conferences, assess Guests for psychosocial groups, and supervise implementation and documentation.
  • Complete mandatory documentation within timelines established by applicable regulations.
  • Provide consultation to Guests on a regular or as needed basis to discuss problems encountered by Guests and assist with the implementation of solutions.
  • MEDIATE ISSUES THAT ARISE AMONG GUESTS, FAMILIES, AND STAFF.
  • Provide linkage with appropriate community resources by maintaining knowledge of other systems, making referrals, and identifying unmet needs.
  • Develop a comprehensive discharge plan in collaboration with Guests, Guests' families, multidisciplinary staff, and referral agencies.
  • Provide informal counseling when needed to uncover any problems that might interfere with Guests' socialization and participation in activities.
  • Establish, develop, maintain, and update filing systems for the Social Services Department.
  • Report all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment, and supply issues to appropriate persons.
  • Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.
  • Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of Guests and interact with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect, and promotes a caring environment.
  • Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with Guests, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors.
  • Answer and respond to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas.
  • Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed.

Requirements

  • Two years' experience in a social worker role, preferably in a healthcare setting.
  • Bachelor's degree in social work or a similar field.
  • Five years related experience.

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