LCSW-Lead
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*Bonus available to new employees and may require previous work experience. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Leads a skilled team of social workers to provide services including psychosocial assessments, patient/family counseling, support, resources and educational intervention to meet the needs of the patient/family and ensure best practice of care. Responsible for ensuring efficient and professional delivery of social services for the patient/family designed to promote and enhance physical and psychosocial functioning.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The social services teams provide direct services to clients, impart information and make referrals, screen and assess clients, and intervene in crisis situations most often in their area of practice. We are an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, working closely with doctors, nurses and other medical professionals.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school required.
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Oregon required.
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Two (2) years of social work experience in area of responsibility required.
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Previous leadership experience required.
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GSR Social Svcs/Case Mgmnt:
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Oregon Board of Social Work approved to provide clinical supervision to CSWA's transitioning to LCSW required.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Adaptability/Flexibility & Time Management: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt treatment to offer best possible care to patients. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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Customer Service & Team Building: Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Social Perceptiveness & Advocacy: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age, cognitive, or developmental related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing abilities, standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Ability to demonstrate respect and advocacy for an individual’s right to self-determination.
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Communication & Community Relations: Ability to communicate to people internal and external to the organization and to represent the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. Effective written and verbal communication skills to perform group presentations, tactfully discuss issues, and listen to and understand complex information/situations. Ability to work with all levels within the organization, facilitate communication, and effectively document related activities.
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Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution: Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
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Confidentiality & Compliance: Knowledge of State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information. Ability to comply with laws and maintain confidentiality of patient information. Ability to evaluate information to determine compliance with laws, regulations, or standards. Use knowledge and judgment skills to determine whether planning efforts comply.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - LADDER
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs
CLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 40 – 60 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 – 40 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 60 or more Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 60 or more Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
CARRY 1-handed,60 or more pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds
CARRY 2-handed,60 or more pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
KNEEL (on knees)
CRAWL (hands & knees)
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs
STAND
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
PULL (20-40 pounds force)
PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
None specified
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