Social Worker MSW Dialysis

Provides direct therapeutic casework, counseling, and advocacy services to dialysis patients over the age of 16. Involves family or other members of the patient's support system in the therapeutic and continuing care plan as needed and appropriate. Provides education to patients/families regarding treatment modalities and reviews options in collaboration with the physician and nursing staff. Assesses the psychosocial, emotional, rehabilitative and financial needs of patients and families and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to develop a plan to address these needs. Coordinates or follows up on appropriate referrals to other agencies for assistance with financial or clinical needs. Maintains appropriate documentation per professional and regulatory requirements.
na EDUCATION:
Minimum:
• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
Preferred:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

LICENSE:
Minimum:
• Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in NY State or eligible for NY State License.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
• Screen certification or experience or intent to pursue within six months.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
• Two years of related experience in Health Care.
Preferred:
• Experience with renal patients and families.

SKILLS:
Minimum:
• Knowledge of family systems and the impact of complex health problems in the integrity of the system.
• Knowledge of grief and loss associated with chronic illness and conditions.
• Knowledge of assessment and interview techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to match health requirements with available resources.
• Knowledge of the principles of case management.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
• Computer literacy
Preferred:
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record