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Job Title: CHS Social Worker II-Part-time Company: Yuma Regional Medical Center Location: Yuma, AZ Description: Children's Rehabilitative Services (CRS) is a managed health care program for individuals ages birth to twenty-one with special health care needs. The mission of Children's Rehabilitative Services (CRS) is to improve the quality of life for children by providing family-centered medical treatment, rehabilitation, and related support services to enrolled individuals who have certain medical, handicapping, or potentially handicapping conditions. POSITION SUMMARY: The CHS Social Worker II evaluates need for social work services, performs psychosocial evaluations and assessments, and organizes case management to Children's Rehabilitative Services (CRS) members. For CRS members who are transitioning to adult services, the CHS Social Worker II initiates and coordinates an ongoing transition plan until the member leaves the CRS program. Education Required: Master's degree in Social Work and licensed through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Experience Required: Three years experience in pediatrics, community services, group process and crisis intervention. Experience Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) ' Speak, Write & Read. YRMC will accept equivalent combination of education and experience

Job Title: SOCIAL WORKER-INPATIENT (81538) Company: St. Joseph s Hospital and Medical Center Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: SOCIAL WORKER-INPATIENT (81538) FACILITY INFORMATION St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center has been a symbol of quality healthcare in the Valley of the Sun for more than 110 years. As one of the Valley's largest hospitals with more than 740-beds and 5,200 employees, we are extremely proud to announce that we are the only Arizona hospital to be voted a " Best Place to Work in the Valley" six years in a row. We are also proud to be named a Top 25 Workplaces for Women, a top hospital by Ranking Arizona Magazine and to be routinely recognized as one of the country's best neuroscience centers by U.S. News & World Report. We are also the ONLY Valley Hospital located conveniently off of the Valley's Metro Light Rail. St. Joseph's is home to: the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute; St. Joseph's Children's Health Center, which is the second largest provider of comprehensive pediatric services in the state; The Heart & Lung Institute at St. Joseph's; and St. Joseph's Trauma Center, which is one of the only Level 1 trauma center's in Arizona that's verified by the American College of Surgeons. St. Joseph's continues to expand and enhance its services to meet the growing needs of the community by providing comprehensive neurological, neurosurgical, pediatric, perinatal, cardiac, thoracic, and cancer care. The hospital's nine critical care units serve more than 60,000 patients each year. As a mission-driven organization dedicated to the legacy of service and innovation set by its founders, the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's continues to help the underserved through clinics, community grants and outreach programs. The hospital is part of Catholic Healthcare West, which has more than 40 hospitals in Arizona , California and Nevada . Look for us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/stjosephsjobs POSITION REQUIREMENTS Position is for a per diem social worker to cover weekends and/or weekdays as a back up to full time staff. Position requires a MSW (masters of social work) degree from an accredited university and a social work license from the AZ Board of Behavioral Health. Either a LMSW or LCSW is acceptable. Position requires previous medical social work experience, either in a post masters setting or as part of a supervised internship. Positions primary job responsibilities are discharge planning, crisis intervention, and psychosocial assessments/interventions. Experience with both adults and children is desirable, as it allows the candidate to be scheduled to cover more areas. Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment is a key to being successful.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Educational Requirements: Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) Experience Requirements: Medical or hospital social work, either post-masters or supervised internship License/Registration/Certification: LMSW - AZ License Required Please indicate that you have heard about this position on Yahoo! HotJobs!

Job Title: Social Worker - MSW Company: Arrowhead Hospital Location: Glendale, AZ Description: Social Worker - MSW Plans, organizes and implements social work services for patients and families. Provides counseling; assessment, support and crisis intervention for patients/families/significant others regarding psychosocial adjustment to illness. Provides information referral and consultation and assists in the discharge planning process. Position requires master´s prepared, licensed social worker or master´s ...

Job Title: Social Workers and Nurses Company: Strategic Resources, Inc. Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ Description: Employer Information About Strategic Resources, Inc. Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI) (www.sri-hq.com) is an international ISO 9001:2000 certified, financially solid, 20 year old business providing a full range of technical and support services in the areas of Telecommunications, Information Technology, Management Consulting, and Engineering and Logistics to the Federal Government and Fortune 500 companies. Our commitment to excellence, coupled with expert industry knowledge, has propelled SRI from its inception in 1988 to recognition as one of the....more info View all our jobs Job Strategic Resources, Inc. (SRI) is seeking a full-time New Parent Support Program (NPSP) Home Visitor at Fort Huachuca, AZ. NPSP employees will work with parents of children prenatal to three years of age, who have been assessed to be at risk for child maltreatment and/or domestic violence. Contact: Dr. Lori Worley Email: Register to View -hq.com Phone: Register to View Fax: Register to View www.SRI-HQ.com NOTES: Local Residents Preferred (No Relo)

Job Title: Social Worker (HCHV) Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: Phoenix Arizona is a world-class city with affordable housing and an extensive freeway system that connects all parts of the valley. Arizona has vast national forest lands that provide a variety of recreational activities such as skiing, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, boating, hiking or camping. The Phoenix Metropolitan area has an abundance of golf courses, parks, public swimming, hiking and bike paths. For the sports enthusiast there is professional basketball, football, hockey and baseball. Phoenix is located in a desert valley that enjoys spring like weather from October to May. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Background and/or Security Investigation required. Must pass pre-employment examination. Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.

Job Title: Social Worker Company: Banner Health Location: Sun City, AZ Description: Overview: This position is located at the Banner Boswell Rehabilitation Center at 10601 W. Santa Fe Dr., Sun City, AZ 85351.This position develops, coordinates and provides social work services to patients and families who are faced with social, emotional and situational stressors precipitated by illness, injury, and/or disability. The goal is to aid in adaptation and empower the patient and the family to participate to the fullest of their abilities in the discharge planning process. This position provides developmentally appropriate care for the population that it serves which includes planning for the safe discharge and continuity of care, the ability to recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages as well as the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill and terminally ill patient. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses the functional and psychological needs of the patient within the framework of his/her developmental stage, functional abilities, cultural milieu, and support network.2. Develops a plan of intervention in collaboration with the healthcare team; facilitates adjustment in the care plan or services when necessary to promote enhanced outcomes.3. Documents all interventions in the patient medical record both timely and accurately including all elements of the discharge plan.4. Provides advocacy, assistance and support to patients and families. In the case of suspected abuse/neglect/exploitation, the Social Worker documents and reports where required. Acts as a liaison to hospital and community groups. 5. Functions in a liaison role between the hospital and community in making community resources available to the patient and family.6. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to develop, manage and communicate discharge plans. Maintains current working knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other program benefits and criteria, particularly as they pertain to long-term care and low-income patients. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s of Social Work or related degree. Behavioral Health Licensure required as mandated by state boardRequires a proficiency level typically achieved with 3 years acute care hospital experience. Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Social Worker in the specialty area.Must have knowledge of government/community resources such as Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care or any other applicable resources/services. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, human relations skills and time management skills. In acute care, must be able to work flexible hours and take rotating call after hours. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSBasic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Job Title: Medical Social Worker - Supplemental Job Company: Mayo Clinic Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: DescriptionMedical Social Workers provide social work services for facilitating solutions to the medically related psychosocial/environmental problems of patients and families and ensures the continuity of patient care by implementing interventions that include ongoing assessment, counseling, referral, information and guidance during hospitalization and outpatient treatment. Medical Social Workers also maintain positive working relationships with vendors and government agencies to access services for patients.Department: Patient and Family Support ServicesQualifications: Master's degree in Social Work. Minimum two years of experience in a hospital or medical setting preferred. Arizona licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). Basic life support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter. EEO/AA - M/F/D/VBenefit Eligibility: NoPosting Begin Date: 02/17/2010Posting End Date: Until FilledEmployment Type: Non - ExemptHours/2-Weeks: VariesSchedule: Monday - FridayShift: Days 8:00am - 5:00pmBuilding: Mayo Clinic Phoenix CampusSalary: The supplemental pay rate is $31.62 per hour.Staffing Contact: Toni HamiltonJob Posting: 300-84979Nearest Major Market: PhoenixJob Category: Healthcare, Patient Care, Service, Social Worker

Job Title: Social Worker - CLC2 Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Prescott, AZ Description: This position provides social work services to the Veteran population enrolled at the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS).  Services include provision of high quality case management, clinical treatment, advocacy, and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers and/or agencies as needed by the client. This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team KEY REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required. Background and/or Security Investigation required. Must pass pre-employment examination.

Job Title: CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER Company: MERCY GILBERT MEDICAL CENTER Location: Gilbert, AZ Description: Employer Information About MERCY GILBERT MEDICAL CENTER Mercy Gilbert Medical Center opened in June 2006. The hospital has 206 private rooms with guest accommodations, with the capacity to expand to 400 beds over the next five years. We are extremely proud to announce that in our first year we were voted a “Best Place to Work in the Valley.” We are also very proud to be named one of America’s top ten Healing Hospitals by the Journal of Sacred Work. Our commitment and culture of Radical Loving Care characterized by significant consistency in the d....more info View all our jobs Job EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS 1. Master of Social Work within six months of hire into position 2. Must have experience in a health care or related setting, and have knowledge of illnesses in relation to social work functions 3. Must possess adequate understanding of the community health, welfare and social service agency network 4. Must have adequate knowledge of managed care 5. Must understand the purpose and function of social work in health care and the role of social worker as a clinical consultant, discharge planner, counselor and teacher 6. Previous experience with Meditech preferred, and willingness to learn other computer programs is required Apply online: www.mercygilbert.org NOTES: 2 openings

Job Title: Social Worker Clc2 Company: Location: Prescott, AZ Description: The incumbent has responsibilities in both the community living center unit as well as the hospice unit.  The hospice unit social worker is responsible for providing for the psychosocial needs of veteran residents of the Hospice Unit. The incumbent serves as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, and participates in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and completes the assigned social work section of the MDS. The incumbent also assists the medical director and charge nurse with screening referrals to the Hospice Unit from other NAVAHCS units; outside agencies; and self-referred veterans.  The incumbent provides consultative palliative care or palliative care case management services to veterans referred for social work services.  The scope of these services will vary and depend upon the nature of the psychosocial issues for which the veteran has been referred. The incumbent will provide psychosocial services in a timely fashion and will modify approach to the needs presented.