Social Worker, Acute Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Ames, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Social Worker conducts patient assessments and coordinates internal and external services to support treatment plans. They are also responsible for managing the discharge process by identifying appropriate community resources and mentoring new staff.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and are able to obtain a Licensed Social Worker credential within six months of hire. You are also able to obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Licensed Social Worker

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job Description

Facility Name: Mary Greeley Medical Center

Schedule: Full-time

Your experience matters 

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Social Worker joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute 

A Social Worker who excels in this role:

  • Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.

  • Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.

  • Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.

  • Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.

  • Mentors new staff, students, and interns.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

  • Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

  • Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

  • Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

  • Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for 

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Required

  • License: Licensed Social Worker within six months of hire/transfer date

  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required 30 days from hire date

EEOC Statement

“Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”


Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Lifepoint Health

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