Social Worker - Special Needs Coordinator - Whiteman Afb, Mo

SOCIAL WORKER – SPECIAL NEEDS COORDINATOR

SITE OF SERVICE:

• The work to be performed under this contract will be at Whiteman AFB, MO

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree/Education: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited school of social work.
• Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Certified Case Manager by Commission for Case Management (CCM) or National Association of Social Workers (NASW) -OR- certification eligible with 2 years full-time experience in case management for adults, children, families, seniors, and groups.
• Experience: 
  • Experience - A minimum of two years full-time experience in care coordination,
    discharge planning or case management in a medical setting within the last four
    years.

• Licensure/Registration: A current valid license having no adverse action pending from any state or national licensing/certification agency. A Social Worker license is defined as a license that allows the Social Worker to work independently without clinical supervision
• U.S. Citizenship: HCWs performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens.
• English Language Requirement: The Contractor shall ensure that all HCWs providing services under this contract are able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate.
• HCW Physical Capability: HCWs shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services required under the contract 
• Must have knowledge and skills to effectively apply SNC functions: a) Assessment:
• Identification of patients that need special medical and education needs/management; comprehensive collection of patient information and medical status; and continued evaluation of an established plan of care; b) Planning: Collaboration with the patient, family/caregiver, primary provider and other members of the health care team for developing an effective plan of care; c) Facilitation: Care coordination and communication among all involved parties; d) Advocacy: Support for the patient and family/caregivers to ensure identified education and appropriate, timely care coordination is received.
• Mastery of theories, principles, and methodologies underlying psychosocial practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of developmental growth; dynamics of humanbehavior, family, and other social systems; and impact of illness and disability on social functioning.
• Demonstrated abilities in program planning, implementation, and evaluation, and in conducting individual, family, group, and community assessments
• Strong capability to work with service members and/or veterans and their familieswho are experiencing a wide range of complicated mental, emotional, behavioral, physical, psychosocial, and environmental problems.
• Working knowledge of medical privacy and confidentiality (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act [HIPAA]), and accreditation standards of Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and The Joint Commission (TJC).
• Working knowledge of computer applications/software to include Microsoft Office programs, MS Outlook (e-mail), and internet familiarity is required.
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Must be skillful and tactful in communicating with people who may be physically or mentally ill, uncooperative, fearful, emotionally distraught, and potentially agitated.
• Must demonstrate ability to apply critical thinking skills and expertise in resolving
• complicated healthcare, social, interpersonal and financial patient situations.
• Must possess organization, problem-solving and communication skills toarticulate medical requirements to patients, families/care givers, medical andnon-medical staff in a professional and courteous way

HOURS:

• Normal eight (8) hour duty day between the hours of 0700-1700. A normal workweek consists of 40 hours a week, including weekends and Federal Holidays.
• Workdays will include either a 30 or 60 minute unpaid lunch period. 

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects.  Flexible and able to work with various personalities.  Teamwork skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Luke & Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in the provision of services or employment opportunities and benefits. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Links:

To learn more about Luke & Associates, please visit our website at:

http://www.lukeassoc.com/about-luke

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