UF Health
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
The Social Worker provides psychosocial support, referrals, and navigation services to patients and their families within the Brain Wellness Program. Responsibilities include leading support groups, collaborating with clinical staff, and advocating for patients' unmet medical and financial needs.
Requires a Master of Social Work and a valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification from the State of Florida. Candidates must have at least two years of post-graduate work experience and completion of specific mandatory coursework.
The Social Worker will provide support and services to patients and their family members. This includes referrals to appropriate community resources (both local and national) that provide quality information, financial assistance and psychosocial support. The Social Worker encourages patients and families to become involved in activities that provide mutual support for each other. Social Workers also collaborate with the clinical staff on patient navigation and are responsible for assisting with transportation and helping the uninsured access funding services for care.
Meet with all new patients to assess and intervene as necessary. Lead education and support groups. Confers with Supervisor on caseload responsibilities or emergent decision-making. Ensure clinical productivity requirements are maintained; Attend and actively participate in CHFM meetings, LCSW team meetings and case consultations; Maintain continuing education for licensure requirements Liaising with or working as a financial advocate to provide information and support for medical and insurance coverage and securing drugs (e.g., accessing co-pay assistance, prior authorization)
Qualification: Experience Requirements:
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