Job Description: Oregon Health & Science University
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
Social Work Specialist - Gene Therapy
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2024-32230 Type: Limited Duration Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Allied Health Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)
Overview
The Social Work specialist screens patient/family for psycho-social needs, and determines current and anticipated patient care concerns. The SW Specialist advocates for patients and families, screens for abuse, suicide or medical neglect and makes appropriate referrals. The SW Specialist screens patients and families’ ability to cope with major life changes, provides support to patients and families, and refers to a Medical Social Worker as necessary. The SW Specialist provides families with information regarding patient care issues; facilitates in the coordination of care in OHSU clinics or in the community; participates in patient and family’s health care education, assists with housing and transportation needs as necessary. Performs drug and alcohol screening and refers for appointment follow up.
Documentation: Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care services, including charting, reports and documentation. Submits patient care statistics in a timely manner.
Information Systems: Creates and assists in form development as needed; utilizes data base access system for information relevant to patient’s care.
Responsibilities
Bachelor’s degree
2 years of social service work experience providing supportive counseling to clients on a 1:1 basis which includes full responsibility for handling each case plan.
Knowledge of casework methods and techniques. Knowledge of patient’s family’s rights. Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of implications of the effect of illness, injury and/or disability on patients and families.
Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred
