About this role
Position Overview
- Department: Behavioral Health - Adult Psych
- Schedule: Full time, M-F 8a-4:30p
- Work Location: UAB St Vincent's East - Trussville
- Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more
What You Will Do
Provides individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic,acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education andcounseling, and making referrals for other services. Provides care and case management or interventionsdesigned to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare. Facilitatesdischarge planning process and identifies community resources to assist patients and their families.
- Conducts social service assessments to determine patient needs and barriers to disease management of continued recovery.
- Documents assessment findings in the clinical record according to established standards.
- Implements discharge planning in collaboration with patients, significant others, interdisciplinary team and physician utilizing the appropriate discharge setting.
- Implements appropriate social service interventions to address identified patient needs. Maintains a working knowledge of resources available. Provides and documents relevant patient/family education according to policy.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives and educational/research activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Will Need
Liceses/Certifications:
- Currently licensed as a Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) by the Alabama State Board of Social Work Examiners required.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
About UAB St. Vincent’s
UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.
Other facts
About UAB St. Vincent's
As a nationally ranked academic medical center and one of Alabama’s largest employers, UAB Medicine is about teamwork, support, mentorship, and collaboration. Employees are empowered to lead, learn, and innovate as they deliver world-class care to every patient, every family, every time. When you are a part of UAB Medicine, you change the world - starting with you.
What happens here?
• 1,100+ patient bed facility caring for 60,000+ each year
• Level I Trauma Center and an ER the size of a football field
• 9 speciality Intensive Care Units, including a Level IV Regional Neonatal ICU
• Alabama’s first Comprehensive Stroke Center
• First Magnet Hospital in Alabama and the only one in our state
Why work at UAB Medicine?
• Excellent benefits package: 100% tuition assistance, paid parental leave for moms and dads, professional development opportunities
• Named among the “150 Best Places to Work in Healthcare” and "100 Great Hospitals in America" by Becker's Hospital Review
• Ranked among the best by U.S. News & World Report year after year
• Rated in the top 25 by Forbes for “Best Midsized Employer”
Our website is a great career resource- be sure to check it out! www.uabmedicine.org/careers
What you'll do
- The social worker provides psychosocial support to individuals, families, and groups dealing with various health challenges. They conduct assessments, implement discharge planning, and facilitate access to community resources.
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