Case Manager - Social Work - Inpatient

About the role

This role involves coordinating comprehensive social work services within a healthcare setting to support patient independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conducting psychosocial assessments, problem identification, and providing psychosocial support to members, families, and healthcare teams.
• Developing and monitoring individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Facilitating access to community resources, legal processes, and financial counseling, ensuring cost-effective service delivery.
• Documenting activities in compliance with organizational standards and analyzing outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Assisting with applications for public assistance programs and addressing issues like abuse or neglect.
• Providing education and supportive counseling, including end-of-life planning and advanced directives.
• Scheduling family meetings, completing guardianship paperwork, and supporting virtual court attendance as needed.
• Performing inpatient assessments and other duties as assigned, including cross-training to cover multiple locations.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of clinical social work experience in healthcare.
• Master’s degree in social work (MSW).
• Licensure from multiple states, with specific credentials required within six months of hire.
• Licensed Independent or Graduate Social Worker in the District of Columbia, and Licensed Master Social Worker in Maryland and Virginia.

Skills

• Experience with computer software in a Windows environment.
• Knowledge of community systems, resources, and regional regulatory issues.