Social Worker- Home Care
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Description:

About UsWith energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinsons VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Accolades and Recognition

Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

• 5-star rating

• The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)

• Beacon Award for Excellence

• Human Rights Campaign Foundation

• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designation

• The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3

• Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)

• Baby-Friendly USA designated

• Baby-Friendly Hospital

• Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the countrys

• Best Maternity Hospitals

• Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive A Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefitsa generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year403(b) retirement plan with various investment optionsopportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.

Under the direction of the VNA Manager and within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures, responsible for providing services to address the social and/or emotional factors that impact the patients ability to achieve the goals in the Plan of Care. Services are provided under the direction of a physician and in conjunction with other health care team members.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required. Current license as a LCSW required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a health care setting required, home care experience preferred.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and of resources available in the community required.
• Current drivers license, good driving record and access to or own reliable transportation required.

It is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location MA-Northampton-CDV VNA of Cooley Dickinson

Work Locations CDV VNA of Cooley Dickinson 168 Industrial Drive Northampton 01060

Social Worker

Job Social Worker

Organization Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice (CDV)

Schedule Part-time

Standard Hours 32

Shift Day Job

Employee Regular

Job Posting May 2, 2024