Full Time Case Worker - Glen Eddy - Niskayuna, NY

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Position Highlights:

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement:  Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development

What you will do:

The Caseworker plays an important role in the delivery of services to patients and their families, participating as a member of the multi-disciplinary care team to assist in the development of or implementation of treatment and discharge plans. The Caseworker may provide crisis intervention to patients and families. This person serves as a patient advocate and coordinator of recommended social work services, assisting the patient to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with clinical care teams, conducts situational analysis and provides assistance and support to improve patients’ medically related social and psychological conditions.
• Meets with patients, families, and/or support system on a regular basis to assess circumstances and needs.  
• Acts as a liaison between patients and hospital and post-hospital service providers. 
• Functions as part of interdisciplinary care team and is able to function autonomously while meeting needs of patients, department, and staff. 
• Strict adherence to HIPAA regulations is required.
• Actively participates in Quality Improvement Initiatives within the department, hospital and/or community.
• Supervision is provided by LMSW and/or LCSW.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, sociology, psychology, LPN licensure or related field. 
• Must have at least one year previous experience in a medical, psychiatric, or health care setting.
• Intake and Discharge planning experience preferred. 
• Working knowledge of community resources, including but not limited to: Domestic Violence, CPS, APS, caregiver support, substance use disorders and behavioral health services, homelessness, entitlements.  
• Knowledge of issues and regulations related to end of life care/advance directives/voluntary and involuntary treatment for special populations (developmentally disabled, mentally ill, nursing home residents. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
• Ability to effectively utilize multiple EMR platforms.  

Pay Range: $23.40 - $33.69

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.