Social Work Care Manager - Inpatient
About the role
The Social Work Care Manager I utilizes clinical expertise to perform psychosocial assessments, develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the appropriate care team, and assess crisis situations to provide clinical counseling, diagnosis, brief therapeutic interventions, and necessary resources or referrals. This role also includes providing individual and family treatment as indicated.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates patients for transition planning, mental health, substance use, and goals of care.
- Develops and monitors care plans, addressing social determinants of health and community resources.
- Uses motivational interviewing and therapeutic techniques to promote mental health care including women’s services, behavioral change, trauma informed care, and substance use disorders.
- Provides brief individual, group, and family therapy, plus psychosocial assessments.
- Identifies mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders and connect patients to services.
- Trains staff, educates patients, and advocates for rights and care access through facilitating safe transitions of care to the community.
- Works with healthcare teams, insurers, and community providers for quality care.
- Leads improvement initiatives, tracks key metrics, and ensures policy adherence.
- Facilitates clinical goals of care discussions with patients, families, and teams.
Requirements
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution (degree verification required).
- Current state licensure, as applicable, is obtained prior to or upon completion of required supervision hours.
- Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills.
- Caregivers whose duties require them to conduct home or community visits must maintain current BLS certification, have a current driver’s license, current auto insurance, an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Advanced Care Planning
- Assessment & Screening
- Behavioral Health Support
- Care Coordination
- Case Management Certification
- Diagnosis & Referrals
- Education & Advocacy
- Essential Functions
- Quality & Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Therapeutic Intervention
Skills
- Clinical Therapy Techniques
- Care Planning
- Motivational Interviewing
- De-escalation & Problem Solving
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Communication
- Prioritization
Benefits
We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $39.16 - $60.42
Schedule
Saturday + Sunday - 0800-1630