Case Manager / Social Worker

Position

Case Manager/Social Worker

About the role

NHC HealthCare Charleston is seeking a Case Manager/Social Worker to join their team. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work from an accredited program, and possess knowledge of the case management process and needs of geriatric patients, including funding resources.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director of Social Work Services the current status of social services and present needs as perceived by the social worker.
• Understand and abide by established policies of health care center and interpret them to concerned parties.
• Participate in consultation with the Director of Social Work Services and the regional social work consultant, especially pointing out problems and trends that may require company policy attention.
• Maintain confidentiality of professional information.
• Abide by the Policies and Procedures in the NHC Social Work Services Manual.
• Account for use of time, report sickness, and plan vacation time with the Director of Social Work Services.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with people in crises is preferable.
• Knowledge of the case management process, needs of geriatric patients, health care settings, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare Part A, B, C and D, Medicaid, Managed Care and other private insurances.
• Imagination and creative ability, skill in working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibility efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Commitment to the mission and goals of the center.
• Able to exercise independent judgment where procedures cannot be standardized.
• Able to attend annual NHC sponsored social work conferences.

Benefits

• Earned Time Off
• Holiday Incentive Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance
• 401k with generous company contributions
• Competitive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for Advancement

Pay

Competitive Pay

Schedule

Not specified

Work Location

NHC HealthCare Charleston
2230 Ashley Crossing Drive
Charleston, SC 29414