Medical Social Worker
Company: On Lok
Location: Fremont
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
On Lok PACE
We are a non-profit committed to our participants.
Dedicated to The Care of Elders:
PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) was developed
to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors. The
PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the
well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to
be served in their community whenever possible.
Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues,
including transportation to appointments, management of
medications, coordination of medical care from different
specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone
at home. On Lok PACE participants receive in home care services and
transportation to a On Lok PACE center for primary medical care,
social and recreational activities, and other senior care
services.
We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your
expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to
improve lives and advance healthcare.
Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Social Worker provides direct case management services to On
Lok participants. The primary role of the MSW is to assist
participants and their family/caregivers to cope with the social
and emotional issues and practical arrangements related to
maintaining their independence. With support from the Social Work
Lead, the MSW serves as an integral member of the Interdisciplinary
team (IDT) providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning,
information and referral to community resources and other social
work services to meet the complex needs of participants and their
families.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Practices and Case Management
Interdisciplinary Team Member Roles and Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities):
WORKING CONDITIONS:
PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of
work performed. They are not considered as an exhaustive list of
all job tasks performed. On Lok reserves the right to change job
descriptions, work hours or work sites as required by the
program.
On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any position for
20 hr/wk or more):
Your final compensation offer will be determined based on factors
such as skills, experience, education, and licenses/certifications.
The pay range is expressed as an hourly rate regardless of FLSA
status. Exempt positions are paid salaried and are not subject to
overtime.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and
federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR
460.64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified
applicants with arrest and conviction records.
On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and
inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race,
religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical
condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or
veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job
application or interview process, to perform essential job
functions and/or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of
employment please contact Recruitment (recruitment@onlok.org).
Keywords: On Lok, Hayward , Medical Social Worker, Healthcare , Fremont, California
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