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The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership, Insurance and Financial AssistanceCollaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMCNA Quality Goals.

<div></div><div>PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Provides psychosocial services to patients treated by the facility including in-center and home dialysis patients (if applicable) utilizing Social Work Theory of Human Behavior and accepted methods of social work practice. Works with the health care team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation and improved quality of life for our patients. In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, informs, educates and supports staff in understanding the emotional, psychological and behavioral impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on the patient and family to ensure comprehensive quality care of our patients. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Indicators and Outcomes and Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI) Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and quality of life and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMCNA Quality Goals.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Patient Assessment / Care Planning / Counseling<ul><li>As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assesses patients' psychosocial status, strengths and areas of need that may affect rehabilitation and optimal treatment outcomes as part of the comprehensive patient assessment. </li><li>Participates in care planning in collaboration with the patient and healthcare team to identify effective interventions that will help the patient meet rehabilitation, treatment goals, and improve quality of life.</li><li>Utilizes FKC patient education programs, established social work theory and methods, social work focused interventions, and quality of life measurement instruments as part of assessment and care planning to address barriers and meet patient treatment goals.</li><li>Provides monitoring and interventions for the patient to adjust to dialysis and achieve optimal psychosocial status and quality of life.</li><li>Provides supportive counseling services to patients as permitted within the scope of their clinical training and state license.</li><li>Provides educational and goal directed counseling to patients who are seeking transplant.</li><li>Provides information and assists the team and patient with referral to community resources (home health services, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) to facilitate optimal treatment outcomes.</li><li>Maintains current knowledge regarding local vocational/educational rehabilitation programs and assist patients with referral and access to vocational rehabilitation to enable them to remain employed, become employed or receive education. </li><li>Assesses patient awareness of advance directives; assists with accessing advance directive forms/information and facilitates discussion of advance directive wishes, if necessary, with the healthcare team and the patient's family/support persons.</li><li>In collaboration with the physician and nurse, participates in the discussion of patient DNR status in the facility to ensure patient and/or family understand and make an informed decision about their care.</li><li>Knowledgeable of and adheres to FMCNA Social Work Policy and Measuring Patient Physical and Mental Function Policy, including documentation.</li><li>Documents based on MSW interaction and interventions provided to patient and/or family. </li></ul></li><li>Quality<ul><li>Provides psychosocial support and/or Social Work Focused Interventions to address non-adherence, quality outcome, and quality of life concerns for all patients based on acuity level.</li><li>Participates in monthly Quality review meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Reports on quality indicators related to adherence, such as Missed and Shortened Treatments, Quality of Life Trends, and Service Recovery. </li></ul></li><li>Patient Education<ul><li>Assesses patient knowledge of kidney disease for barriers that may affect adherence to treatment. Works with patient, family and health care team to provide education tailored to the patient’s learning style, communication barriers, and needs.</li><li>With other members of the interdisciplinary team, provides appropriate information about all treatment modalities.</li><li>Facilitates the transplant referral process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team on transplant waitlist management.</li><li>Provides ongoing education to patient/family regarding psychosocial issues related to End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and all support services that are available. </li><li>Reviews patient rights and responsibilities, grievance information (company and network) and other facilities policies with patient and/or the patients’ representative to ensure patients’ understanding of the rights and expectations of them.</li><li>Collaborates with the team on appropriate QAI activities.</li></ul></li><li>Patient Admission and Continuity of Care<ul><li>Reviews Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Grievance Procedure & Important Numbers Handout, FKC Non-discrimination policy, DNR Statement (if applicable) and address any immediate needs/concerns.</li><li>Understands the referral and admission process and supports the clinic in regard to the patient needs for scheduling to maximize adherence and adjustment.</li><li>The Social Worker will interview the patient to identify root causes or concerns for the discharge request, (i.e. transfer to hospice, relocation, dissatisfaction with services or staff) and share causes/concerns with operational leadership,</li></ul></li><li>Insurance and Financial Assistance<ul><li>Collaborates and functions as a liaison for patient with Insurance Coordinators to address issues related to insurance. </li><li>In collaboration with Insurance Coordinators, provides information and education to patients about payment to dialysis (federal, state, commercial insurance, state renal programs, AKF HIPP, and entitlement programs).</li><li>Collaborates with the Insurance Coordinator of any changes to patient state that impacts insurance i.e. transplantation, discharged, loss of coverage, or extended travel.</li><li>Refers patients to patient billing solutions (PBS) department for questions/concerns in regard to treatment related bills</li></ul></li><li>Staff Related<ul><li>Assists with interview process and decision to hire new personnel if requested by SW Manager/Senior Manager. </li><li>Works with the administrative support staff to maintain updated patient resource lists (e.g. maintain updated list of transportation resources). </li><li>Provides training to staff pertaining to psychosocial topics as needed. </li><li>Contributes and participates with weekly team huddles. Discusses any urgent patient issues with staff. </li></ul></li><li>Adheres to work defined caseload guidelines based on state regulatory requirements.</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:<ul><li>The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</li><li>Travel required (if multiple facilities)</li></ul>SUPERVISION:<ul><li>None</li></ul>EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:<ul><li>Masters in Social Work</li><li>Must have state required license</li></ul>EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:          <ul><li>2 – 5 years’ related experience</li></ul><div></div>Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.</div>EOE, disability/veterans

Fresenius Medical Care North America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA, located in Bad Homburg, Germany. Through our dialysis services entity, Fresenius Medical Services, we operate more than 2,100 outpatient dialysis clinics in the U.S. Our Renal Therapies Group is responsible for the manufacture and distribution of a variety of dialysis products and equipment, including dialysis machines, dialyzers and other dialysis-related supplies. 

Fresenius Medical Care

Master Social Worker - MSW

Administrative Skills

Chronic Renal Disease

Clinical Support

Customer Support/Service

Dialysis

Documentation

End-Stage Renal Failure

Federal Laws and Regulations

Healthcare

Home Care

Hospice Care

Insurance

Kidney Disease

Leadership

Medical Billing

Medical Treatment

Nursing

Organizational Skills

Patient Admissions

Patient Assessment

Patient Care

Patient Education

Patient Rights

Physical Demands

Problem Solving Skills

Process Improvement

Psychology

Psychosocial Services

Quality Metrics

Quality of Life

Regulatory Requirements

Root Cause Analysis

Social Work

Staff Training

State Laws and Regulations

Team Player

Training/Teaching

Willing to Travel

Workplace Issues

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May assist the client in gaining information on the effects of employment on entitlements / financial assistance that the client may be receiving (i.e., SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, Section 8, Food Stamps) to assist the client in making an informed choice. Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which includes, but is not limited to: Daily and Weekly Progress Notes, Monthly Participant Evaluations, Detailed Job-Task Analysis, Incident Report forms and any other forms necessary to document coaching services.

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***PERFECT SUMMER JOB STARTING AT $18/HR, UP TO $24/HR***Harbor is seeking Summer Youth Job Coaches for our Summer Youth program in Elyria! This position provides vocational rehabilitation services as well as job coaching services to Harbor funding and referral sources on a temporary basis.Position is part-time, during the summer only. Education/Experience/Other Requirements: <ul><li>Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED equivalent. Bachelor’s degree with teaching/training or related experience preferred.</li><li>Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word.</li><li>Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier. </li><li>CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.</li></ul>Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:DOCUMENTATION <ol><li>Responsible for the quality and completeness of the electronic record.</li><li>Responsible for accurate and timely documentation which includes, but is not limited to: Daily and Weekly Progress Notes, Monthly Participant Evaluations, Detailed Job-Task Analysis, Incident Report forms and any other forms necessary to document coaching services.</li><li>Types documentation in the format appropriate and acceptable to Harbor.</li></ol>EVALUATION <ol><li>Analyzes jobs and work environments at worksites and breaks down jobs into trainable steps.</li><li>Maintains communication with funding/referral source weekly to provide update on youth’s progress.</li><li>Assesses client readiness for employment and formulates appropriate interventions to assist the client in making progress towards setting and achieving their employment goals.</li><li>Assists the client in identifying and communicating his/her interests, skills, and aptitudes to assist in exploring possible vocational choices.</li><li>When working with minors, ensures minor labor laws are being adhered to regarding break requirements, work schedule, work activities, equipment/tool use, and that all safety procedures are being followed.</li><li>May assist the client in gaining information on the effects of employment on entitlements / financial assistance that the client may be receiving (i.e., SSI/SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, Section 8, Food Stamps) to assist the client in making an informed choice.</li></ol>ONGOING INTERVENTIONS <ol><li>Provides individual and/or group job coaching at work site.</li><li>May assist the client in developing employment opportunities as well as the skills to obtain and maintain employment</li><li>May make home visits/outreach to engage clients in vocational services</li><li>Consults with supervisor regarding appropriate referrals for client to vocational services and community programs.</li><li>Provides support, education (i.e., benefits counseling, advantages of employment) and consultation to clients, families, and/or significant others.</li><li>Assists client in learning job skills as needed, individually or in groups.</li><li>Performs community outreach for the purpose of client engagement, and necessary support services.</li></ol>COLLABORATION <ol><li>Assists the client and family in increasing social support skills and networks.</li><li>Coordinates evaluations and assessments by internal and/or external providers.</li><li>Monitors all services identified in the CRP, IEP, BESI and DSI.</li><li>Provides assistance in gaining access to essential community resources and linking with appropriate vocational resources (OOD, ODJFS, BWC, etc.).</li><li>Attends all required meetings and trainings</li></ol>SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS 26.Keeps current with trends and developments related to essential job competencies, and demonstrates continued growth. About Harbor: <ul><li>A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years</li><li>350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year</li><li>Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!</li></ul>Why Work for Harbor? It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:  <ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>Retirement plan with company match</li><li>Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays</li><li>Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs</li><li>Clinical supervision hours offered</li><li>Employee referral bonuses</li><li>Ability to make a difference in your community!</li></ul>

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