Masters Social Worker Acute Care

Colorado is packed full of things to do year-round. From family attractions, national parks and outdoor adventure to cosmopolitan cities and welcoming towns, Colorado offers unparalleled hiking, camping, rafting, hunting, skiing, fishing, farm-to-table dining, a rich cultural heritage with festivals and live music and so much more.

East Morgan County Hospital has been part of the community since 1910. Many of our patients know our physicians, staff members and volunteers and have common ties to our community.

This is a full-time, 32hour a week position. As our Masters Social Worker, you will have the opportunity to join a tight-knit team as a Care Coordinator making daily arrangements for patient discharges and follow up. Meeting with patients and families daily and you will also serve as a family support during Code Blues or Rapid Response or End of Life.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.

Great options and great opportunities. At Banner we are tapestry of cultures, and experiences. A workforce that is honored to serve and support the community. If you're looking to leverage your abilities - you belong at Banner Health.

Should you have any questions, please contact Mia Frahry at Mia.Frahry@bannerhealth.com or call (602) 747-2595

East Morgan County Hospital is a 25-bed licensed critical access facility, level IV trauma center, offering a full array of health care services and two clinic locations: Banner Family Medicine Brush and Banner Health Clinic Fort Morgan. East Morgan County Hospital is in Brush, Colorado, 1-hour northeast of Denver. Situated in the agriculturally rich South Platte River valley, Brush is home to 5,500 people and serves over 15,000. The community thrives on its rural pace and charm and is revered for its "Homegrown Happiness!" Nestled in the wide-open plains of northeastern Colorado, Brush boasts a rich history and limitless outdoor recreation. With award-winning fishing and boating nearby, numerous parks and biking trails, some of the best of Colorado is here.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and Designated as a Pathway to Excellence hospital, East Morgan County Hospital brings together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals to provide the most compassionate, innovative, and personalized care possible. As a District owned hospital, operated by Banner Health, East Morgan County Hospital can provide the small-town, close-knit atmosphere all while having the resources of a large hospital system in the rural setting.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position develops, coordinates and provides social work services to patients and families who are faced with social, emotional and situational stressors precipitated by illness, injury, and/or disability. The goal is to aid in adaptation and empower the patient and the family to participate to the fullest of their abilities in the discharge planning process. This position provides developmentally appropriate care for the population that it serves which includes planning for the safe discharge and continuity of care, the ability to recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages as well as the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill and terminally ill patient.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Processes and facilitates the assessment with analysis of functional and psychological needs of the patient within the framework of his/her developmental stage, functional abilities, cultural milieu, and support network. Assessment of the relationship of the patient's medical needs to the patient's home situation, financial resources, and availability of community resources. Assessment of the social and emotional factors related to the patient's illness, need for care, response to treatment, and adjustment to care. Assessment includes: initial assessments, behavioral observations, test (MMSE, depression screening, substance abuse screening), resource identification - strength based, collection and analysis of information to determine an individual's treatment needs.

2. Formulates a plan of intervention acceptable to the patient, family, and health care team. Facilitate adjustments to the plan of care when necessary to promote enhanced outcomes. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to develop, manage, and communicate patient needs and discharge plans.

3. Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the transitional care plan to include the discharge plan.

4. Provides advocacy, assistance, support, counseling and crisis intervention to patients and families. Facilitates hospital-sponsored support groups.

5. Functions in a liaison role between the hospital and community in making community resources available to the patient and family.

6. Maintains knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other program benefits to assist patients with discharge planning and choices. Knowledge of contemporary behavioral health and system theories relevant to health care, end of life dynamics, and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling, substance abuse identification and interventions, support of victims of abuse, neglect, or violence. Provides professional education to staff and community.

7. Gather / assessing information, apply counseling and developmental theories, utilizing diagnostic frameworks, and engage in collaborative treatment planning.

8. Has freedom to determine how to best accomplish functions within established procedures. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations. Positions are facility based with no budgetary responsibility. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: Home health agencies, nursing homes, insurance providers, volunteer services, county and governmental agencies and medical supply companies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field (requirement is based on business need and regulatory compliance, all positions may not have this requirement).

Requires a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) (equivalent*) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or have a MSW with the requirement to become licensed within 6 months of hire date. An equivalent license applies to states that do not recognize an LMSW; therefore, the employee must possess a Master's Degree and be a Licensed Social Worker. For assignments in an acute care setting, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.

Requires a proficiency level typically achieved with 3 years acute care hospital experience. Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Social Worker MSW in the specialty area.

Must have knowledge of government/community resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care or any other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, human relations skills and time management skills. In acute care, must be able to work flexible hours and take rotating call after hours.

Employees working at BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):
2025-07-18

EEO Statement:

EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

Privacy Policy:

Privacy Policy