SW Student DC Planner

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Department: Social Services

Shift/schedule: Part Time (16 hrs/wk)

GENERAL SUMMARY

Works under the supervision of the Manager of Social Services. The SW Student Discharge Planner's primary job function is to provide support to patients and their families, with a focus on discharge planning and making appropriate referrals based on the patient’s age and needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required

• Bachelor's Degree required

• Enrolled in Master's Degree Program, or completed Master's Degree in Social Work required.

Licensure:

• BLS within 90 days of hire required

Experience:

• None.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Arranges continuing care post discharge including coordination of services with community resources.

2. Completes assessments and follow-ups for patients/families.

3. Serves as a liaison between patients, physicians, organizations, and outside agencies.

4. Responds to high-risk screenings and physicians' consults according to criteria.

5. Maintains accurate record keeping in patient's chart and departmental statistics.

6. Participates in team meetings, non-departmental meetings and on-going hospital committees.

7. Participates in department Quality Improvement programs.

8. Maintains skills through continuing education and current knowledge of community resources.

9. Arranges discharge planning needs by meeting and speaking with patients and families in addition to collaborating with providers, nursing, therapy and other skilled disciplines.

10. Serves as a liaison between patients, families, physicians and advanced care practitioners, organizations, and outside agencies.

Why SOMC? You Care for Our Patients, We Care for You

At Southern Ohio Medical Center, our mission is to make a difference in the community we serve. We're committed to delivering exceptional care and that starts with our team members. When you join SOMC, you're not just starting a job. You're joining a mission.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis

• Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility

• Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension)

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage*

• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts*

• Earned Wage Access - get paid before payday

• Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days

• Life insurance and disability coverage*

• Tuition and certification assistance

• Club LC - discounted/free gym membership

• Employee discount and payroll deduct programs

• And many other benefit offerings!

• Available only to Full-Time and/or Part-Time Employees

Compensation & benefit eligibility is determined by employment status, position type, and hours worked. Offerings are subject to change and governed by SOMC's current plan documents and policies. Specific details will be reviewed upon hire as part of the onboarding process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position in accordance with applicable law. A full job description is available upon request.

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