Cross Continuum Social Worker BSW

US-IA-Fort Dodge

careers

Req #: 180880
Type: Full Time Benefits

UnityPoint Health

				Overview:

Fort Dodge, IA

M-F, 8a-5p

We are seeking a Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team, applying social work expertise to support patient and family access to care and address psychosocial factors impacting health outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Support

* Conducts psychosocial assessments to identify needs, strengths, and barriers to care.
* Provides crisis intervention, counseling, and advance care planning support.
* Connects patients and families with community resources, services, and financial supports.
* Assists with care transitions and completes required screenings (e.g., PASRR).

Advocacy & Education

* Advocates for patient rights, safety, and autonomy, including reporting concerns as required.
* Educates patients, families, and care teams on psychosocial aspects of care and available resources.
* Supports culturally competent care, including coordination of interpreter services.

Care Coordination

* Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop and support patient-centered care plans.
* Facilitates team and family meetings to promote communication and continuity of care.
* Partners with internal and community providers to ensure seamless care across settings.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work

Experience:

Prefer one year clinical experience in healthcare

License(s)/Certification(s):

Current licensure in good standing to practice in the state where services are provided (BSW) 

Valid Mandatory Reporter course completion by state requirement 

Completion of First Steps (ACP) and IPOST/POLST training 

LMSW or LISW preferred.
			
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