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We're seeking a dedicated Social Worker to continue the growth of our Inpatient Palliative and Supportive Care Team.As part of our team, you will provide psychosocial support to patients and their families to reduce and mitigate psychosocial distress and improve continuity of psychosocial care across hospital settings.

As part of the Inpatient Palliative and Supportive Care Team, you will work in conjunction with the both the inpatient and outpatient Palliative and Supportive Care teams and hospital social workers to provide seamless, longitudinal care for patients and families under the palliative care service.

Primary Palliative SW Responsibilities include:

• Reduce and mitigate psychosocial distress in patients and families

• Improve continuity of psychosocial care across hospital settings

• Link patients and families supported by the palliative care consultation service to outpatient clinics and resources

• Provide post discharge contact to ensure discharge plan is secure and the continuation of additional palliative care support. Does not arrange or negotiate discharge dispositon directly

• Optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of current social work services and the palliative care consultation team by provision of psychosocial support in patients with high palliative care needs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters in Social Work from an accredited Institution.

• Social work Internship required. Internship in acute care setting or post-acute care setting preferred.

• Knowledge of software applications.

• ACM, CCM preferred.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network,establishedin 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

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Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture . Emory Healthcare (EHC)is dedicated to providingequal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status.EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.EHC respects,values,and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonableaccommodationsto qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division The Emory Clinic

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department TEC Pal Med-Palliative EUH

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 126340

Job Category Behavioral Health, Counseling & Clergy

Schedule Other

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $26.39/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $35.35/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.