Day in the life of a Social Worker (LCSW):

The Medical Licensed Clinical Social worker intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs or may require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs. In addition, offers immediate crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and coordinates/facilitates the development of a discharge plan of care for high risk patient populations. This role screens and receives referrals from physicians, Case Managers, staff nurses and other members of the care team.

Why work at Cheyenne Regional?

• ANCC Magnet Hospital

• 403(b) with 4% employer match

• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)

• Education Assistance Program

• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance program

Here is what you will be doing:

• Conducts initial social work screening to determine if complete psychosocial and needs assessment will be required through evaluation of prior functional levels, appropriateness and adequacy of support systems, reaction to illness and ability to cope. Initial screening will be performed within the first 24 hours of admission.

• Conducts psychosocial and discharge needs assessment and documents findings in the medical record as appropriate and per departmental policy and procedures.

• Performs additional follow-up visits as indicated or ordered by physician and documents accordingly.

• Intervenes with patients and families regarding emotional, social, and financial consequences of illness and/or disability; assesses and mobilizes family/community resources to meet identified needs.

• Establishes and maintains a supportive professional rapport with patient, family, physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Provides patient and family education on community resources and reinforce the discharge plan with education, discussion and family/patient conferences as needed or as ordered by physician.

• Advocates for patient and family empowerment and independence to make autonomous health care decisions and access needed services across the health care system.

• Participates in discharge planning activities for complex patients, in order to provide appropriate linkage with post-discharge care providers.

• Deals with families exhibiting complex family dynamics that impact directly on patient care and discharge, and patient and family support in legally complex cases.

• Assists Case Managers with discharge planning activities as requested.

• Provides consultation to Case Managers, Care Managers, discharge planner and MSWs when coordination with significant or intensive community resources is necessary to achieve desired treatment outcomes.

• Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standard within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.

• Serves as faculty to the schools of social work to provide education and training sites.

• Provides direct supervision to all on campus social work students.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent oral/written communication skills necessary to positively interact with patients, patient’s families, visitors, physicians and other staff

• Ability to function independently and as a team member

• Computer knowledge

• Ability to assess, evaluate, explain, teach, problem solve using critical thinking; and perform calculations

Here is what you will need:

• MSW graduate from an accredited college/university

• LCSW Certification for the State of Wyoming

• Cheyenne Regional RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

• Two or more years hospital social work and/or protective services experience

Nice to have:

• Working knowledge/experience in Utilization Management

• ACMA Certification

About CRMC:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!