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Social Worker PRN GeroPsych

Athens, Tennessee

Req ID 7412-6759 Post Date Sep. 16, 2024 CategoryProfessional - Clinical FacilityStarr Regional Medical Center
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Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Social Worker for our GeroPsych Department. This job is permanent, PRN.    
 

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives. 

  • Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions. 

  • Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan. 

  • Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan. 

  • Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns. 

  • Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP. 

 

 

Benefits Include:  

  • Competitive Pay  

  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees  

  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees  

  • 401(k) plan with company match  

  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants 


Minimum EducationBachelor’s degree in Social Work: □ Preferred X Required
Master's degree: X Preferred □ Required
Required Licenses[Tennessee, United States] Social Worker
Current License in State of TN as a Social Worker:□ Preferred X RequiredLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW):X Preferred □ Required
Required SkillsCertifications:The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:X Basic Life Support (BLS)

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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