Clinical Social Worker II - Behavioral Medicine Unit

In providing social work services, the Clinical Social Worker II aims to assist patients and their families in meeting their psychosocial and clinical needs. This role leverages its expertise and background to recognize and address the unique requirements of patients, whether within the clinical setting or in external environments, employing therapeutic and clinical strategies.

At Cone Health, social workers collaborate closely with the hospital's multidisciplinary team to ensure effective resource allocation, discharge planning, and support services. The inpatient care management team is at the forefront of care delivery, recognized and valued for its role in facilitating patients' transitions back to their communities. This is a dynamic period in the healthcare industry, offering opportunities for those interested in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals. The department is experiencing growth and takes pride in its accomplishments.

Enclosed are descriptors that denote the most exceptional or outstanding characteristics:

• The schedule options encompass Full-Time, Relief/PRN, Part-Time, and Weekend Only shifts - Campus leaders extend their support and are easily approached
• Our workflow, endorsed by the NC Board of Social Work, is suitable for those seeking clinical social work licensure
• We offer aid in multiple practice settings, spanning behavioral health, medical care, and specialized services for women and children, addressing the needs of a diverse group of patients
• The foundation of our care model is rooted in embracing values
• Assisting people in improving their lifestyle is a source of pride for us
• We support social work internships and maintain relationships with the local universities
• Every profession has its own special week or month of recognition, like Certified Nurse Week, Administrative Professional Day, and Social Work Month, during which colleagues show appreciation for each other
• Avail a $5,000 sign-on bonus by holding a position of 0.23 FTE or above while also obtaining guidance for your professional advancement and enhancement
• The main responsibility of the Clinical Social Worker II is to provide social work assistance to patients and their families to address psychosocial and clinical needs, with PRN/Relief duties not included. Through their expertise and experience, this position is dedicated to recognizing and fulfilling the requirements of patients in various settings, utilizing therapeutic interventions and other clinical tools.
• Choosing the patients for focused clinical social work efforts is crucial for establishing an environment where staff and patients receive the appropriate social work assistance.
• Utilizes input from both the patient and clinical team to comprehend the patient's status and communicates this effectively to ensure that there are no gaps in information that could lead to problems.
• Utilizes clinical knowledge and experience to link patients with community resources and health-related opportunities to facilitate comprehensive care delivery.
• Establishing a care plan for patients with minimal support from clinical personnel to help them access appropriate treatment. Coaching staff, patients, and families on vital care-related information for enhanced understanding and functioning as a link between all parties engaged. Devising a treatment plan for patients with little input from medical professionals to ensure proper care administration. Enlightening staff, patients, and families about essential care details to facilitate better comprehension and communication among all involved.
• Delivers crisis intervention and guidance during intense incidents to support employees, families, and individuals by leveraging clinical skills to reassure everyone in high-stress situations, providing explanations that aid in lowering the anxieties of patients and their loved ones.
• Delivers clinical support services to patients and their families in order to fulfill current and anticipated psychosocial and medical necessities.
• Conducts a detailed psychosocial evaluation of patients in order to identify the most appropriate care options that align with their medical and social status.
• Utilizes a variety of counseling and therapy approaches to support the patient and their family in feeling comfortable and reassured about clinical and medical procedures.
• Undertakes supplementary duties as instructed.

Education:

• Required: Master of Social Work (MSW).

Experience:

• Required: Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience in a health-related environment.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker Required: BLS certification.