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Full-time | 64 hours every two weeks
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide professional, social work services for Willmar Long Term Care Center patients/families in assigned inpatient and outpatient units/departments. The individual in this position practices social work focusing on patient's/family's psychosocial needs through assessment, discharge planning, patient/family education regarding available resources, advocacy, support, and linkage to community referrals. Represents Rice Memorial Hospital on community boards, task forces and other activities assigned by the director. Is responsible for program development, evaluation, and improvement in assigned clinical area.
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LICENSE:
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ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
CentraCare Health has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare Health is an EEO/AA employer.
About Us
Our roots go back to 1886 when St. Cloud Hospital was built to serve the health care needs of people living in Central Minnesota. In 1995, CentraCare was formed, which today includes eight hospitals in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville, Redwood Falls, Sauk Centre and Willmar. We also have more than 30 clinics, 11 senior housing facilities and seven long-term care facilities throughout the area.
CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we are able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It is our people. We live in the communities we serve. We are neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.
Full-time | 64 hours every two weeks
JOB SUMMARY:
To provide professional, social work services for Willmar Long Term Care Center patients/families in assigned inpatient and outpatient units/departments. The individual in this position practices social work focusing on patient's/family's psychosocial needs through assessment, discharge planning, patient/family education regarding available resources, advocacy, support, and linkage to community referrals. Represents Rice Memorial Hospital on community boards, task forces and other activities assigned by the director. Is responsible for program development, evaluation, and improvement in assigned clinical area.
EDUCATION:
- Minimum of bachelor's degree in Social Work with 2 years of experience preferred.
LICENSE:
- Licensed by the state of Minnesota.
EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience in a related setting required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Social Services degree with agreement to obtain license within 1-2 years.
- Knowledge of the psychosocial aspects of illness/disability/ hospitalization.
- Ability to assess needs of patients and families. Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.
- Requires knowledge and ability to utilize skills in supportive counseling and support group facilitation.
- Knowledge of crisis intervention, vulnerable adult, and abuse regulations.
- Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
CentraCare Health has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare Health is an EEO/AA employer.
About Us
Our roots go back to 1886 when St. Cloud Hospital was built to serve the health care needs of people living in Central Minnesota. In 1995, CentraCare was formed, which today includes eight hospitals in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville, Redwood Falls, Sauk Centre and Willmar. We also have more than 30 clinics, 11 senior housing facilities and seven long-term care facilities throughout the area.
CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we are able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It is our people. We live in the communities we serve. We are neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.
