Position Description:
The Temple Opioid Wellness Liaison (OWL) program, in partnership with the One Day at a Time Shelter (ODAAT), is seeking a licensed social worker to provide patient services at the weekly THRIVE student run medical clinic. Benefits include $34/hr compensation for an estimated 4-5 hours weekly (2.5 hrs in clinic, 1.5-2.5 hours in care coordination outside of clinic)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Availability for clinic at the ODAAT shelter (2404 W Lehigh, Philadelphia) from 6pm-8:30pm each Tuesday (excluding the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter)
Perform functional assessments identifying barriers to improving and maintaining optimal health
Complete biopsychosocial assessments and distress/mental health screenings
Referral to specialized medical services including, but not limited to; behavioral health treatment, primary care, public benefits (ex. COMPASS, WIC), financial/employment counseling, housing support, and counseling
Provide patients with resources to education and support programs (e.g., parenting classes, domestic violence support programs) for individuals
Ensure patients have active medical insurance and work with medical student volunteers to enroll uninsured participants
Work with medical students to help patients obtain medications and transportation to necessary appointments/services
Work with medical students to ensure continuity of care and uninterrupted service delivery and identify gaps in plans of care
Utilize Temple University Hospital as well as community counseling resources to meet needs outside of own scope
Outreach and coordination with other community resources and agencies
Assure chart documentation consistently meets standards for accountability and confidentiality
EXPERIENCE:
To perform effectively in this position, the applicant must have/be:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Pennsylvania
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong clerical/administrative and organizational skills
Knowledge of and experience working with persons experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, and mental health issues
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, ages, and economic backgrounds in a culturally competent and sensitive manner
Ability to make routine decisions and determine proper action based on experience within the limits of policy and procedures
Demonstrated commitment to advocacy and social justice, particularly as related to harm reduction, HIV/AIDS, HCV, poverty, and homelessness
Bilingual capacity with ability to provide services in English and Spanish is preferred
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field from accredited university.
LSW or LCSW in State of Pennsylvania