Social Worker

About the role

Evaluate complex emotional, psychological, and physical patient needs from admission through discharge to determine appropriate social work interventions.

Develop and implement customized care plans based on assessment findings, incorporating patient preferences and aligning with the broader interdisciplinary medical team.

Act as a dedicated advocate for patients' rights, preferences, and cultural needs, ensuring the medical system respects and accommodates them.

Connect patients and families with essential emotional, financial, and social resources to help them effectively cope with their medical diagnoses.

Maintain ongoing dialogue with leadership and the care transition team to continuously evaluate, update, and smoothly execute care plans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate complex emotional, psychological, and physical patient needs from admission through discharge to determine appropriate social work interventions.
• Develop and implement customized care plans based on assessment findings, incorporating patient preferences and aligning with the broader interdisciplinary medical team.
• Act as a dedicated advocate for patients' rights, preferences, and cultural needs, ensuring the medical system respects and accommodates them.
• Connect patients and families with essential emotional, financial, and social resources to help them effectively cope with their medical diagnoses.
• Maintain ongoing dialogue with leadership and the care transition team to continuously evaluate, update, and smoothly execute care plans.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: One or more of the following required: Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Social Worker credentialed from the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Any level accepted. Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred. Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
• Work Experience: 3 years of experience preferred.

Preferences

• LMSW or LCSW-C preferred.
• Experience in an acute care hospital setting, managing high-volume patient caseloads.
• Experience in case management and discharge planning.
• Strong knowledge of post-acute care resources, care coordination, utilization of community services, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Life at Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Pay

Salary Range: $66,374.88 - $97,081.63 per year

Schedule

Schedule: Days | Full-time