Social Worker

Company: MercyOne
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: April 17, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa's largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest's largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Social Worker ll ! As a Social Worker ll at MercyOne , you will a pply advanced psychosocial theory and methods to individuals of all ages, as well as couples, families, and groups, with appropriate regard for the complexity of given problems. Responsibilities include providing advanced evaluative, preventive, therapeutic, restorative, and personal care services to meet the complex psychosocial needs of MercyOne patients and their families, enabling them to better utilize medical care resources and achieve optimal health. This may include providing consultative services to rural hospitals, home care agencies, and long-term care facilities. As assigned, provides social work services to patients at any point on the continuum of care, from consultation to post-discharge follow-up. The role will also involve navigating financial advocacy for patients and maintaining industry knowledge on billable services. Interaction with individuals across diverse age groups may also be required . Schedule:

• Full Time Essential Functions :
  • Obtains social history by interviewing patients/families, reviewing medical records, and consulting with physicians and staff.
    • Assesses patient needs with advanced competency in psychosocial evaluation, diagnosis, and intervention.
      • Develops and implements psychosocial care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, monitoring progress.
        • Coordinates discharge planning by consulting with the care team, providing options/resources, and making referrals.
          • Responds to emergencies by offering immediate counseling and assistance , and referring to community resources as needed.
            • Provides psychosocial counseling to support patients and families in adjusting to illness or injury.
              • Shares information on available services and makes timely referrals to appropriate agencies .
                • Supports patients with financial concerns, including insurance benefits, financial assistance , and advocacy for payment discounts or charity care.
                  • Assists with advance directives, FMLA, and disability needs.
                    • Offers clinical and administrative consultation to physicians and healthcare professionals through evaluations, case conferences, and education.
                      • Maintains professional relationships with community agencies and collaborates through contact and correspondence.
                        • Documents social work activities in patient records and prepares reports on time.
                          • Participates in Cancer Center accreditation meetings and committees related to social work.
                            • Leads problem-solving and contributes to program development. General Requirements:
                              • Familiarity with medical terminology.
                                • Knowledge of clinical interviewing techniques.
                                  • Understanding of social work principles, standards, and ethics.
                                    • Basic knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and child/dependent adult laws and regulations desired . Education:
                                      • Master's degree in Social Work required.
                                        • Two years of experience in medical social work preferred. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system ! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care . Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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