Case Manager, Social Work - Inpatient (Full-Time)

About the role

This position is responsible for collaborating with the healthcare team to coordinate appropriate, cost-effective services aligned with members' plans of care. The goal is to help members achieve their optimal level of independence and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, identify problems, provide financial counseling, access community resources, and support legal processes.
• Manage and coordinate caseloads, develop and monitor care plans to promote member functioning and life quality.
• Advocate for appropriate resources, ensure timely implementation, and document activities in compliance with standards.
• Analyze outcomes to improve program quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist members with application processes for government programs and refer to community agencies as needed.
• Provide counseling and education to members, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, including end-of-life issues and directives.
• Maintain current knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards, and coordinate family meetings and guardianship paperwork.
• For inpatient roles, complete assessments required for long-term care as per Medicaid requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of clinical social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Master’s degree in social work (MSW).
• Credentials from multiple states; primary state credentials required at hire, additional credentials post-hire.
• Licensed Independent Social Worker (DC) or Licensed Master Social Worker (DC, MD, VA) within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Windows-based computer software.
• Knowledge of community resources and systems within the service area.
• Understanding of regulatory issues in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Sign-on Bonus

$7,500 sign-on bonus.