Acute Care Coordination Social Work Navigator

Kettering Health Network; Moraine (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Behavioral Medical Center in Moraine is seeking a Social Worker to support and coordinate patient care within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes advocacy, discharge planning, and ensuring appropriate post-acute arrangements for complex patients.

You will collaborate with care teams to improve transitions of care and patient experience, applying clinical social work skills in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work required with clinical focus.
• Licensed in Ohio to practice social work.
• Experience in healthcare settings and patient advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support care coordination with the care team.
• Assist with discharge planning and post-acute care.
• Advocate for patients and families throughout the healthcare journey.
• Coordinate services for high-risk patients and psychosocial needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient advocacy

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Kettering Health Behavioral Medical Center in Moraine is seeking a Social Worker to support and coordinate patient care within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes advocacy, discharge planning, and ensuring appropriate post-acute arrangements for complex patients.

You will collaborate with care teams to improve transitions of care and patient experience, applying clinical social work skills in a hospital setting.