LMSW-Case Manager, Social Work - Inpatient (Part-Time)

About the role

This role involves coordinating comprehensive social work services for a designated patient population, collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and monitor individualized care plans that promote independence and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, identify problems, and provide counseling and support to patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Access community resources, assist with legal and financial processes, and facilitate patient placements.
• Develop and track care plans to optimize patient functioning and resource utilization.
• Document activities accurately, analyze outcomes to improve programs, and advocate for appropriate services, including Medicaid, Medicare, and disability programs.
• Provide education on end-of-life issues, advanced directives, and community resources, and coordinate family meetings and guardianship paperwork.
• Perform inpatient assessments, including long-term care forms, and support virtual court proceedings as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of clinical social work experience in healthcare.
• Master's degree in social work (MSW).
• Licensing credentials from multiple states required within specified timeframes.

Skills

• Experience with Windows-based software.
• Knowledge of local community systems and awareness of regional regulatory issues are preferred.