Social Worker (BSW/MSW)/ Care Coordinator- Emergency Department

• Overview Social Worker (BSW/MSW) UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge Emergency Department Shift: 40 hours per week.
• Monday-Friday, no holidays or weekends!
• Social worker to support individuals identified in high utilization of the Emergency Department and Inpatient Units.
• This social worker will provide an assessment of patient emotional, physical and mental needs.
• Social worker will provide community care coordination and act as a community resource liaison and referral source for patients and families.
• Why UnityPoint Health?
• At UnityPoint Health, you matter.
• We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
• Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more.
• We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
• With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
• And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
• Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Identify high utilizers of the Emergency Department, coordinating with the Emergency Department Medical Director to care plan for identified patients.
• Engage with patients when available in the department.
• Document patient care plans in the electronic medical record, as identified in the program pilot, which can be visualized across UnityPoint affiliates.
• Interviews patients, families, community agencies to provide assessment and care coordination.