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Home Nursing Foundation
Senior Medical Social Worker
Singapore
FULL TIME
October 21, 2024
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1976, Home Nursing Foundation (HNF) is a leading charity that provides home healthcare services in Singapore, regardless of our patients' ability to pay. Dedicated to all-round support for our patients, HNF delivers comprehensive care programmes to look after patients' emotional well-being and healthcare needs.Our HNF Wellness Day Care & Rehabilitation Centres offer an array of social activities, social support and holistic healthcare services to help our elderly stay independent in their own community.
DESIGNATION : Senior Medical Social Worker
RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Social Work or Master's Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
Registered with Singapore Association of Social Work.
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant work experience, preferably within healthcare settings.
Registered with Singapore Association of Social Workers (SASW).
OTHER INFORMATION
Ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop junior staff
Founded in 1976, Home Nursing Foundation (HNF) is a leading charity that provides home healthcare services in Singapore, regardless of our patients' ability to pay. Dedicated to all-round support for our patients, HNF delivers comprehensive care programmes to look after patients' emotional well-being and healthcare needs.Our HNF Wellness Day Care & Rehabilitation Centres offer an array of social activities, social support and holistic healthcare services to help our elderly stay independent in their own community.
DESIGNATION : Senior Medical Social Worker
RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Assessment and Support
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients to identify needs, strengths, and resources.
- Conduct complex psychosocial assessments of patients and families, especially in high-risk or urgent situations.
- Facilitate patients and families in understanding and managing the medical condition.
- Lead psychosocial care planning with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, ensuring alignment with patient goals and resources.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams, including doctors, nurses, and therapists.
- Facilitate communication between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure that care plans are understood and followed.
- Coordinate care planning, ensuring a smooth transition from home to hospital or other care settings.
- Identify and connect patients and families with community resources, such as financial assistance, house improvement, transportation, and support groups.
- Support patients' psychosocial needs, ensuring access to appropriate services and support.
- Assist with applications for public benefits, and other financial resources.
- Provide urgent case intervention services for patients and families dealing with trauma, end-of-life issues, or sudden changes in health status.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure immediate and appropriate responses to urgent psychosocial needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with departmental policies.
- Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in social work practice, including confidentiality and informed consent.
- Educate patients and families about healthcare systems and policies to empower them in their care decisions.
- Facilitate support groups and educational sessions for patients, families, and caregivers.
- Provide training and guidance to healthcare staff on psychosocial issues and resources.
- Provide supervision and mentorship to junior social workers and interns.
- Lead case discussions and case conferences to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Serve as an expert on psychosocial aspects of care in team meetings and consultations.
- Stay current with social work best practices, healthcare policies, and community resources through ongoing professional development.
- Participate in supervision, case conferences, and multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance service delivery.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in Social Work or Master's Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
Registered with Singapore Association of Social Work.
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant work experience, preferably within healthcare settings.
Registered with Singapore Association of Social Workers (SASW).
OTHER INFORMATION
Ability to manage complex cases with minimal supervision.
Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop junior staff
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