Social Worker
U.S. Renal Care
- Zuni, NM
- Permanent
- Full-time
At USRC, we are building a culture of diversity and inclusion where each employee has a voice, and every team member is valued for their individual talents. Our common purpose is the pursuit of excellence for our patients and our shared values lived out through compassion for one another.A PATH FOR SUCCESS
When you join U.S. Renal Care, your journey begins with training programs to set each new employee on a course for success. Ongoing development ensures every team member remains fully supported and empowered to chart their career path towards growth and opportunity.INSPIRATION and GROWTH
USRC is also dedicated to open communication that fosters dialogue and understanding of our vision and goals. We recognize and reward innovation to inspire one another as we endeavor to lead our industry in the highest quality of care for our patients.Job DescriptionHow you will change livesAs a Social Worker at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working to help patients living with kidney disease achieve maximum social functioning and psychological adjustment to dialysis treatment and rehabilitation.What you will be doingAdvocate & Support. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team working to ensure patients receive the best care, including conducting all required patient assessment and care planning activities such as assessing new patient psychosocial needs and completing the KDQOL in accordance with company policy and all state/CMS regulations. You will identify and counsel psychosocial issues and provide patient and family education. As an advocate for your patients' needs, you will coordinate communities of support for patients and their families, identify social agencies and other resources (e.g., financial/funding), provide information and referrals, coordinate transient arrangements, and represent your patient as needed with appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.Teamwork. As part of the interdisciplinary clinic team, promote teamwork, educate staff, and provide training around patient psychosocial care. You will participate in all required continuing education and staff meetings. You will collaborate with the Medical Director and physicians and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals, agencies, vendors, and the community.Safety & Quality. You will help with clinical and operational processes to improve patient health and minimize missed treatments and hospitalizations, achieving target goals for patient outcomes. You will also participate in monthly Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.What we're looking for
- Master's Degree in Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE).
- Current licensure (in good standing) in applicable state is required unless employed in the state of AZ, PA or Guam. Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language and ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Proficiency in all USRC clinical applications required within 90 days of hire.
- Previous experience in providing social services to dialysis patients preferred.
- Must meet any practice requirement(s) for the applicable state.
- Additional license requirements may be applicable depending upon state.
Arkansas Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
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DelawareLicensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
FloridaLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
GeorgiaLicensed Master Social Worker (LMSW+CEU) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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IllinoisLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
IndianaLicensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
IowaLicensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
MarylandLicensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C)
MassachusettsLicensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Michigan Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Missouri Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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