Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500136 Psychiatry SMH Social Work

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCB 213

Compensation Range:

$69,326.00 - $90,124.00

Responsibilities:

The Social Worker Supervisor for Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry is responsible for the coordination of continuity of care and discharge planning on that unit. This position also provides general oversight and supervises social work staff and the delivery of services on Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry. As appropriate and in conjunction with the SW Manager for Inpatient Psychiatry, they may provide consultation support on other pediatric disposition cases in the system.

The Social Worker, Supervisor, in collaboration with the SW Manager for Inpatient Psychiatry develops and maintains administrative liaison with community agencies and referral sources, both internal and external to the Department to facilitate continuity of care, and timely discharge of patients from the inpatient service.

The social worker who occupies this position provides social work services to pediatric patients and their families while boarding for admission on Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry. As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the social worker participates in the development and implementation of the patient’s treatment and discharge plan. The social worker is responsible for providing psychosocial and family assessments, and for the overall coordination of the discharge planning process. The social worker provides individual, family, or group treatment that will contribute to the implementation of a comprehensive discharge plan. The social worker also provides social work treatment in response to patient/family psychosocial problems which may impede care and/or discharge. The social worker develops interagency relationships and mobilizes community resources on behalf of the patients and/or their families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises the delivery of social work services on the Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry Unit. In collaboration with the SW Manager, the Social Work Division, Department, and Hospital policies and procedures are implemented regarding patient care, discharge planning, and professional practice. Participates in recruitment, training, and evaluation of Inpatient social work staff in collaboration with appropriate interdisciplinary members of the program. Conducts weekly meetings of the inpatient social work staff, which may consist of either informal/formal individual supervision or within treatment team settings.
• Collaborates regularly with the Pediatric Inpatient Leadership Team in the identification and resolution of problems within the delivery of care system with special emphasis on discharge planning for patients on Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry.
• For CPEP Pediatric Boarders that need Social Work services while awaiting placement on Inpatient. Identifies and coordinates safe and timely and comprehensive discharge plan with treatment team, patients/families to include any safety planning and continuity of care. Identifies contacts and coordinates with outpatient providers/agencies to facilitate continuity of care and discharge planning for the patient. Provides education to patients and families related to internal and community resources and referrals, advocates and supports patients and their families in their efforts to interact with complex social service agencies involved in their care. Documents interventions in compliance with Division, Department and Hospital Policy.
• In collaboration with the SW Manager for Inpatient Psychiatry, may provide consultation support on pediatric disposition cases in the system.
• In collaboration with SW Manager for Inpatient Psychiatry, develops administrative liaisons with community agencies including but not limited to OMH, CPS, SPOA, OPWDD and referral resources to facilitate patient movement from the inpatient service to other locations, including home and/or community. Participate in regularly scheduled meetings with community agencies for community planning and support.
• Attends Social Work Division and Department Staff meetings, as required. Participates in activities of the Social Work Division including but not limited to timely completion of time reporting and other Hospital or Division forms; Hospital and Division mandatory in-service training programs and UHS reviews.
• Subscribes to the Departmental goal of creating a culturally competent environment by treating patients, families, trainees, and co-workers in a sensitive manner with appropriate attention to cultural differences. Participates in available cultural competence events and training appropriate to job duties.
• May provide social work coverage and back-up as needed during the absences of Pediatric Inpatient Psychiatry social work staff. Other duties, as requested and assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree from an accredited school of Social Work and 2 years of professional social work practice required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure as defined by the State Board for Social Work, State Education department, Division of Professional Licensing Services upon hire required

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