Pay Range:

$29.97 - $38.62

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

This position works closely with the primary care team and provides pro-active integrated social services care management that supports the biopsychosocial needs of patients. This position works directly with patients and their families in providing support, guiding families who have financial and housing needs to available resources, working with state and federal agencies in providing information for placement needs, identifying custodial issues, referring patient in crisis to behavioral health, handles referral and consults from providers in primary care and outlying clinics within scope of responsibilities. This position provides encouragement, coaching, and linkage with essential community services that support each patient’s unique healthcare needs.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

Interviews patients or their designee to obtain relevant psycho-social information and determine the effect of illness upon the patient/resident and the patient's family.

Participates in the development of an interdisciplinary plan of care for patients/residents and/or designee(s). Coordinates the discharge planning process and makes referrals for appropriate home or social services care and equipment or supplies. 

Provides therapeutic support and education to patients/residents and families; assists patients/residents and families in understanding medical recommendations; makes interventions and professional support referrals as needed.

Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences as necessary/required.

Manages assigned caseload; documents results of psycho-social assessments and plans in the patient’s medical record. Documentation is timely and meets regulatory compliance and departmental standards.

Other duties as needed to help drive SEARHC’s vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our values.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

BSW required, MSW preferred.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) preferred.

Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Experience Required

Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient healthcare environment in social work.

Must be at least 21 years of age. 

Knowledge of

Demonstrated understanding of sound ethical practice in conjunction with the established and defined ethics of one’s training, discipline, and education/license level.

Knowledge of basic nutrition, physical activity and tobacco cessation recommendations for physical health and disease prevention.

Case management principles and application in integrated settings using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines. 

The use of customer service and recovery skills.

Knowledge and awareness of community support resources.

Skills in

Communication skills to report patient activities and deviations from normal; ability to interact positively and effectively with patients and families. 

Use of equipment and software, such as: computers, electronic health record, fax, google drive and phone system.

Application of effective and clear oral and written communication.

Empathic and supportive listening.

Developing interpersonal relationships to work as an effective team member. 

Ability to

Maintain strict confidentiality of patient care information. 

Maintain documentation in compliance. 

Consistently utilize professional communication and conflict resolution skills. 

Multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Maintain compliance with annual competencies.

Provide advocacy and outreach.

Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments.

Meet patients’ needs in a prompt and appropriate manner.

Work with individuals of all walks of life, skills, and abilities including individuals dealing with various addictions, experiencing homelessness and severe and persistent mental illness.

Use the computer system to obtain and document patient information. 

Effectively coordinate with multi-disciplinary team and SEARHC providers in accomplishing goals/objectives of treatment plan. 

Ability to work collaboratively with other state and community agencies on behalf of patients and/or SEARHC. 

Ability to effectively organize time, responsibilities, and accomplish tasks by established deadlines and time frames.

Required Certifications:

Driver License - State of Alaska

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!