R432-700-29. Social Services  


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  • (1) When medical social services are provided, they shall be provided by a certified social worker (CSW)or by a social service worker (SSW) supervised by a certified social worker, in accordance with the plan of care.

    (2) The social worker shall be responsible to:

    (a) Assist team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems;

    (b) Participate in the development of the plan of care;

    (c) Prepare clinical notes according to rules and agency policy;

    (d) Utilize community resources;

    (e) Participate in in-service programs.