St Johns Regional Medical Center
Location
Oxnard, CA | United States
Job description
Overview
St. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is a recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at
Social Worker - Care Coordination
St. John's Regional Medical Center
We are seeking a dedicated Care Coordination Social Worker to join our team and help improve the well-being of our patients and clients. As a Care Coordination Social Worker, you will play a vital role in ensuring that individuals receive comprehensive and coordinated care services.
Our Benefits:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
- Access to cutting-edge medical resources and technology.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits.
Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' social, emotional, and environmental needs.
- Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with healthcare providers, patients, and their families.
- Coordinate and facilitate access to medical, social, and community resources.
- Advocate for patients' rights and assist with navigating the healthcare system.
- Provide counseling and support to patients and their families.
- Monitor and track patients' progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation.
Qualifications - At least one year of clinical and/or medical social work experience required.
- Master's Degree from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
- No Licensure required.
Special Skills:
- Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations.
- SSDI SDI and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
- Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22 is required in California.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of healthcare systems, community resources, and social service programs.
- Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to improving the well-being of others.
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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