Social Worker needed for a
contract opportunity with Yoh's client located in Palo Alto, CA!
Top Skills Should You Possess:- MSW, OR be within forty-five (45) days of completion of the requirements for graduation with an MSW from an accredited college or university
What You'll Be Doing:- Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care teams to treat and plan for the social and medical needs of patients by consulting with other providers and making referrals; devise, develop and implement treatment plans as necessary; may make a diagnosis as part of a treatment plan
- Conduct initial assessment of all new patients to evaluate social, emotional and physical needs by applying social work theories and techniques; interview and evaluate patients and family members; identify factors which may interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from treatment
- Develop and implement patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services, the recording of progress notes and the provision of continuity of care; help clients cope with environmental and psychological issues of illness by explaining options and treatments as well as making appropriate referrals
- Manage assigned caseload; prepare and maintain records and make written and oral reports to document case activity concerning patient care, counseling and therapeutic activities in accordance with department, hospital, medical center and/or health system policies; prepare reports and other documents concerning patients
- Participate in monitoring and evaluating the quality and appropriateness of patient care
- Provide supportive counseling, grief counseling, crisis intervention and other appropriate therapeutic services to assist patients and families in coping with presenting symptoms and problems such as, for example, coping with illness, accepting medical recommendations, and loss of function; provide education to patients and families around issues related to adaptation to the patient's diagnosis, illness, treatment and/or life situation
What You Need to Bring to the Table:- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited college or university; OR be within forty-five (45) days of completion of the requirements for graduation with an MSW from an accredited college or university. Candidates who meet this qualification and furnish a letter from the Dean of the School Work where they are a student in good standing attesting to this may receive a conditional offer of employment. Such new hires must provide proof of possession of an MSW degree from an accredited college or university within forty-five (45) days of their date of hire, as a condition of continued employment.
- Ability to apply theories, principles and practices of medical social work and of social services delivery systems in a hospital or medical center setting
- Ability to gather data needed to assess needs of patients and families
- Ability to manage a caseload, recall case details; maintain confidentiality of information; determine the appropriate course of action in emergencies and other stressful situations
- Ability to provide written case narratives and reports
- Knowledge of and ability to apply effective assessment, interviewing, and counseling techniques
- Knowledge of and ability to apply social work theories, principles and techniques
- Knowledge of hospital and medical center resources to access and provide for patient care needs, and act on behalf of client needs to obtain necessary services
- Knowledge of needs, problems, attitudes, and behavior of hospital patients and their families
What's In It For You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- 401K Retirement Saving Plan
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Direct Deposit & weekly EPayroll
- Employee Discount Programs
- Referral Bonus Programs
What are you waiting for? Apply Now! Recruiter: Jennifer Andersen
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Estimated Min Rate: $36.09
Estimated Max Rate: $52.19
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is 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, or status as a protected veteran.
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For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.
