Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Location:
West Ashley Cancer Center, Mount Pleasant Hospital, and Roper Hospital if needed
Hours: 40 hrs./week- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm. Tuesday 7:00am virtual meeting.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Advanced Social Worker is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities navigatelife’schallenges by providing high-level support, resources, and advocacytopatients facing complex physical,mentaland emotional challenges. This role involvesusing specialized knowledge in clinical social work to assesspatientneeds, develop personalized plans, offer counseling, and collaboratewith other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.Advanced SocialWorkers may work across a variety of settings, with a focus on empowering patients and advocating for their well-being.AdvancedSocial Workersprovide direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professionalin accordance withfederal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelinesof the organization.May provide clinical role consultation and collaboration.
Essential Job Functions
Evaluatespatient’sneeds, situations, and support networks toidentifygoals and develop individualized care plans.Develops and implements advanced intervention strategies and treatment plans tailored to individualpatientneeds,especially for complex patient populations in specialized areas.
Provides emotional support, guidance,educationand counseling, using evidence-based techniques, to help patients cope with challenges and adjust to changes
Manages cases, tracks progress, andidentifiesand refers patients to community agencies, such as mental health resources, substance abuse treatment, and housingassistance.
Representspatients' interests, advocates for resources, and addresses systemic barriers.
Responds to crisis situations, providing immediate support, and connectingpatientswithappropriate resources.
Works with other professionals, such asproviders, therapists, andclinicalstaff, to coordinate careas part of the multidisciplinary care team
Maintainsaccurateand confidential records ofpatientinteractions and progress.
May develop and administer social service programs to meet the needs of specific populations.
Maymentor less experiencedSocialWorkers, fostering their professional development.
Stays informed about policies, regulations, and practices thatimpactpatientpopulations.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees maybe requiredto perform otherjob-relatedduties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Licensed as a Social Worker(LSW)in state of practice(required)
Licensed as aClinicalSocial Worker(LCSW)in state of practiceor LicensedIndependent Social Worker (LISW)(preferred)
Education
Master’s degreein Social Work(MSW)()
Work Experience
2yearsin social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning, including clinical and internship experience. (required)
Training
None
Language
Bilingual Spanish and English (preferred)
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide careappropriate tothe age of the patients served on his or her assignedarea.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
* Individuals in this positionare required toexercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, andlearnthe policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing x
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Perform shift workHearalarms/telephone/taperecorderReach above shoulderRepetitive arm/hand movementsFinger DexterityAcuity - farAcuity - near
Hazards
Use of Latex products
Depth perception
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Debriefing
Motivational interviewing
Patient Centered care
Care planning
Performing medical and safety screenings
Technologyproficiency
Documentation
Basic data analytics
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Working within an interdisciplinary team
De-escalation
Collaboration with community organizations
Virtual interaction
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Admin- Oncology- St Francis HospitalIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
recruitment@RSFH.com
.| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
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