Job Description​

Responsible and accountable for assessment of psychological, social, emotional, cultural and financial needs, and the resulting treatment that impacts patients' health and recovery. Provides professional social work services that utilize clinical knowledge to address the needs of patients and families during illness, crisis intervention, and post-acute discharge planning. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to develop transition plan and address needs in a timely manner. Participates in program planning and development to meet the needs of customers within the entity, health system and community. 

Interviews and assess assigned patients to identify areas of need;

Provides resources and support to patients, families and caregivers as needed;

Documents in the electronic medical record appropriately and timely;

Communicates and collaborates regularly with multidisciplinary team;

Assists in development of the discharge plan;

Makes post-acute referrals and follow through to completion, including placements and transportation; mitigates discharge delays through timely interventions.

Accredited Case Manager – SW certification required within 1 year of hire.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

2 years

Accredited Case Manager - SW - National Board for Case Management (NBCM), Licensed Masters Social Worker - Various

Master's Degree

Job DetailsFull Time

Day (United States of America)

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