BSW Discharge Planning Specialist – Patient-Centered Care

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (BSW) to support discharge planning and patient care across med/surg, ICU, mother/baby, psychiatric medical, and ED units. The role involves psychosocial assessments and coordinating resources.

The Social Worker will collaborate with discharge planners and nurses, educate patients and families, and ensure timely follow-up and referrals in a patient-centered, confidential environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree required.
• Current Michigan licensure as a licensed Social Worker.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and community service planning.
• Support discharge planners and RN Case Managers.
• Connect patients with community resources to address social needs.
• Facilitate referrals for discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Arrange transportation for hospital discharges.
• Coordinate hospital follow-up appointments.
• Participate in an interdisciplinary discharge planning team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Problem solving

EMR familiarity

Proactive question-asking

Patient-centered care

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Michigan Licensed Social Worker

Healthcare social work experience (1 year)

Job description

Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (BSW) to support discharge planning and patient care across med/surg, ICU, mother/baby, psychiatric medical, and ED units. The role involves psychosocial assessments and coordinating resources.

The Social Worker will collaborate with discharge planners and nurses, educate patients and families, and ensure timely follow-up and referrals in a patient-centered, confidential environment.