Social Worker - Inpatient Acute Care

This position is located within Social Work and Care Transitions Service (SW&CT) at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS), a highly complex, tertiary care, level 1a VA Medical Center serving over 70,000 Veterans across Arkansas. The primary duty assignment is mission-driven and may include coverage in inpatient medical/surgical units, Emergency Department, Community Living Center (CLC), or other areas as assigned. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Inpatient Social Worker duties include, but not limited to: Clinical Functions: Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans/support systems and independently works with Veterans/support systems who are experiencing a wide range of complicated medical, psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, financial, and psychosocial issues. Identifies Veterans at elevated risk (e.g., frequent admissions, lack of social support, homelessness, substance use, guardianship needs) and implements targeted interventions in conjunction with the healthcare team to reduce avoidable readmissions and improve health outcomes. Completes an appropriate (brief or comprehensive) psychosocial assessment to determine the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and/or their support systems. Develops an individualized discharge/care transition plan coordinating with the healthcare team, community resources, VA and Non-VA services, and families. Performs appropriate, timely, and effective suicide risk screenings and comprehensive suicide risk assessments. Develops and integrates safety planning and safety goals into the Veteran's collaborative, individualized treatment plan. Participates actively in daily interdisciplinary care team meetings, offering expert input on psychosocial factors and case management needs impacting clinical decision-making and care planning. In conjunction with the healthcare team, identifies and assesses risk, safety, and supports, and implements appropriate interventions/treatment for those who are experiencing abuse, neglect, exploitation, or domestic or intimate partner violence. Adheres to VA and mandated reporter requirements and advises and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams throughout the medical center on these issues. Is proficient in using medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures, including acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses, and medical terminology. Provides Advanced Directive education to Veterans/support systems and assists with completing the appropriate forms. Also assists the interdisciplinary team with identifying appropriate decision makers if the Veteran is unable to make their own decision (Next of Kin, HCPOA, Legal Guardian). Facilitates advanced care planning group visits with Veterans and support systems as appropriate. Collaborates with Veterans/support systems and the interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure that appropriate VA and community placement referrals are completed in a timely manner. Facilitates psycho-educational classes and supportive groups for Veterans/support systems. Provides ongoing supportive counseling to assist Veterans/families in dealing with the psychosocial impact of coping with chronic/disabling illnesses, onset of a catastrophic illness, and/or dying. Provides crisis intervention by making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans to ensure the patient/family can proceed to the next appropriate level of care. Provides resource navigation and education to Veterans/support systems regarding VA benefits, entitlements, community resources, and specialty programs. Work Schedule: Multiple shifts available: (1) Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday; 08:00 am - 4:30 pm plus holidays. (2) Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, plus holidays. Subject to change based on needs of these facility. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assis

Salaire : $70,865 – $111,469/Per Year | Avantages : http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? The Central Arkansas Veteran Healthcare System (CAVHS) consists of two inpatient campuses located at Little Rock and North Little Rock, Arkansas. Little Rock is the capital city of Arkansas, located in the central part of the state. Little Rock has earned a reputation among history buffs, foodies and art lovers as an exciting place to live. Residents can spend their weekend exploring the historic Arkansas State Capitol, wandering through the Arkansas Art Center or enjoying, the beautiful Ozark Mountains.