at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Summary:
Provides social work assistance to patients and families as related to social determinants of health.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Interviews patients, assesses priorities and documents case activity.
- May consult with members of the multi-disciplinary team in liaison with community resources to support the patient's treatment.
- Assists patients/families with obtaining community assistance by referral to proper resources.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with community health, welfare, and social agencies and seeks creative means to assist the patient with his/her needs.
- Active participant with other members of the team regarding opportunities for improvement in standard work.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.