Social Worker- Home Care at Partner's Healthcare in Northampton, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.


With 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 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.



Job Summary
The VNA RN Case Manager is responsible for providing skilled care and case management to patients/families in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and accepted professional standards of practice. The RN Case Manager provides services utilizing nursing theory and processes, communicates/documents observations and assessments, and promotes and maintains the health of individuals through direct care, teaching, counseling, and appropriate rehabilitative measures.


This position reports to the VNA Clinical Team Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.



Qualifications


- Master's 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 driver's license, good driving record and access to or own reliable transportation required.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


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 country's - 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 benefits a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year 403(b) retirement plan with various investment options opportunities 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 patient's 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.



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


168 Industrial Drive



Scheduled Weekly Hours


32



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.