Is a member of a collaborative practice model that includes patients, nurses, hospital care coordinators, physicians, and other practitioners, caregivers, and the community.
Provides therapeutic interventions through assessment, coordination, referral, and interdisciplinary planning.
Is knowledgeable about treatment, social, and economic implications for individuals and families as it pertains to their age, stage of development, and discharge needs.
Possesses a clear understanding of discharge and transition planning and linkage with community resources.
Demonstrates skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple functions and complex processes.
Qualifications
Experience includes 6 months internship or 1 year social work in an acute care or hospital setting.
Education: Masters in Social Work; or Masters in Sociology;...