Psychosocial Assistant Job at Hackensack Meridian Health
Overview:
Provides case management services to Oncology patients at The Cancer Center with the goal of increasing the access to concrete services. Patients include adults 16-64 years old and geriatrics 65+ years. Responsibilities:
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Provides case management services to Oncology patients at The Cancer Center with the goal of increasing the access to concrete services. Patients include adults 16-64 years old and geriatrics 65+ years.
A Day in the Life of an Psychosocial Assistant at Hackensack Meridian
Health includes:
Implements case management for medical and psychology needs of the oncology patient.- Works in collaboration with doctors and nursing staff for pharmaceutical assistance for all Cancer Center patients.
- Notifies patients without prescription coverage of pharmaceutical assistance programs.
- Assists needy patients to complete patient assistance application.
- Refers eligible patients to state pharmaceutical programs
- Refers to nonprofit organizations providing pharmaceutical assistance
- Screens and approves distribution of funds from Foundation programs or other financial assistance programs for emergency medications or living expenses as available.
- Psychosocial Support (under supervision) for patients/families experiencing: a. New diagnosis b. Patients/family having difficulty following their treatment plan c. Patients/family dealing with end of life issues
- Identifies patient¿s emotional needs and refers to Social Worker.
- Participates in professional and patient educational programs offered by Social Work Department.
- Assists with discharge planning as directed by social worker when needed.
- Orients patients to their local Board of Social Services, Office on Aging, etc. to obtain eligibility for various state programs. (i.e. Medicaid, NJ Protect, Food Stamps, etc.)
- Orients patients to their local Social Security office for long term disability.
- Refers questions/concerns regarding short and long term disability to Social Worker
- Refers and applies to various cancer foundations for monetary assistance. (i.e. Cancer Care, LLS)
- Refers patients to support groups and advocate groups in their local area and in their primary language
- Liaison for The Cancer Center and Charity Care.
- Assesses and navigates patients needing transportation resources to local agencies. (i.e. Logisticare, Access Link, emergency transportation as available)
- Other relevant duties as designated by Supervisor.
- Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical center¿s Organizational Competencies.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.
- Experience in handling multiple tasks.
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, etc.)
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Bachelor of Social Work
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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