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MCW: SARGEANT HEALTH CENTER HIV Social Worker I in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: We\'re looking for those individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. Purpose In the role of HIV Social Worker I you will provide community based medical case management social work services to people living with HIV receiving care in the Froedtert Infectious Disease Clinic. Medical social work services may include care coordination, benefits access, treatment adherence, basic health literacy education, prevention, and counseling. To participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team serving a specialized population of HIV patients. Primary Functions Provide medical case management of high acuity people living with HIV, who receive their medical care at Froedtert Milwaukee HIV clinics. Navigate social service support systems for people with complex medical and psychosocial needs Provide as needed medical social work services (non-case management needs) to individuals with a diverse range of socially and medically complex needs Triage of emergent situations, phone conversations, and the ability to negotiate healthcare and social service systems Complete intake assessments and develop appropriate service plans. Utilize referrals as needed Interface with multidisciplinary care team including medical providers across health care system Provide basic HIV education including disease progression, treatment and prevention to patient\'s and their support systems. Engage in outreach and linkage to care activities to ensure that patients transitioning between health care systems, remain linked to care. Complete documentation requirements for all services provided and participate in clinical supervision/consultation in compliance with all county, state and federal rules. Serves as a team member on multidisciplinary medical care team, communicating with team members to ensure comprehensive and quality wrap-around support. Preferred Schedule: Full-time role with expectations for coverage during core business hours and flexibility required as necessary to accommodate business needs. Position Requirements: Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Knowledge of HIV disease progression and treatment practices, including HIV medications. Understanding of benefits available to HIV-positive patients, pregnant women, children and families and a broad range social service system. Ability to provide mental health screening and... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/B500C160D0714CB5 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.