MSW
Job Description & Requirements
MSW
StartDate: ASAP
Pay Rate: $1600.00 - $2500.00
POSITION SUMMARY MSW
POSITION DUTIES
• Assessment / Reassessment: Assists in the completion of an initial psycho-social assessment within 72 hours of a patient admission utilizing input from the patient and patient’s authorized representative. Documents individual and group interventions daily in the attendance record. Completes progress notes including psycho-social evaluation weekly or more often, as needed.
• Documentation: Writes progress note on admission, weekly, upon discharge and as needed with new concerns, significant change of behaviors, response to interventions and when new interventions are needed as well as discharge plans. Completes daily documentation of individual and group interventions as directed.
• Discharge Planning / Utilization Review: Initiates discharge planning on admission and coordinates the discharge process with the patient, patient’s authorized representatives and other resources..
• Treatment planning: Assures that treatment plans include appropriate social service interventions within 72 hours of patient’s admission and are updated with each change of condition, change in behaviors and at least weekly. Assures that the patient / patient’s authorized representatives are involved in development of the treatment plan and sign the treatment plan to acknowledge agreement with the treatment plan.
• Provides discharge planning and documents medical necessity.
• Assists patient and patient’s authorized representative select an appropriate after care placement when needed.
• Assist with therapeutic activities, specifically leading 1-2 patient groups per week.
• Manages unit case load in an efficient manner and coordinates responsibilities with L.C.S.W.
• Participates in development, review, revision and implementation of policies and procedures for the Acute Psychiatric Unit as needed.
• Conducts regular unit rounds with LCSW and other interdisciplinary team members as appropriate to identify care and environmental issues and implement corrections as appropriate.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS MSW, BLS, 2+ years Acute Inpatient Psych
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Discharge Planning
LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT 13 Weeks
SHIFT / HOURS PER WEEK M-F Days 8-4:30 (Holiday coverage may be required)
START DATE 12/16/2024
Job Benefits
Becoming an AMN Healthcare professional gives you the incredible opportunity to gain critical career experience, work with new people, and earn a highly competitive salary—but the perks don't stop there. There are many additional benefits to enjoy, including:
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- Earned time off and paid holidays
- Paid continuing education time
- 401(K) retirement planning
- Short-term disability, life insurance, paid jury duty
- Access to the largest network of facilities and providers in the country
- Industry experienced workforce management team
- Licensure and certification reimbursement
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.