Care Coordination Social Worker

Dignity Health; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Social Worker role at Dignity Health in Prescott, AZ, focusing on hospital and emergency department patients. You will perform social work assessments, crisis interventions, and coordinate post-acute placement with family and care teams to ensure safe discharges.

Responsibilities include patient/family counseling, referrals for financial or community resources, and engagement with agencies to address social determinants affecting care.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work required.
• AZ MSW license or eligibility.
• 1 year post-MSW clinical or medical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and interventions for hospitalized and ED patients.
• Provide crisis intervention and patient/family counseling.
• Coordinate referrals for financial or resource needs; arrange post-acute placement.
• Engage with community resources and agencies for high-risk patients.

Skills

Social work assessments

Crisis intervention

Empathy

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

AZ MSW license or eligibility

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities
As our Social Worker, you will be responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for hospitalized and emergency department patients.

Job Summary And Responsibilities
As our Social Worker, you will be responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for hospitalized and emergency department patients.
Every day, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, participate in crisis intervention, patient/family intervention, high-risk screening, brief counseling, referrals for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, arrange post-acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high-risk patients are identified.
To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, strong knowledge of community resources, and proven crisis management abilities, fostering positive change and client empowerment.

• Providing developmentally appropriate care for all populations served: plan for the safe discharge and continuity of care, recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages, the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill, terminally ill, and vulnerable patients.
• Advocacy and education: patient/family self-care management; patient/family health management education; bioethics referrals and management; physician, staff, and community education; case/care management/coordination education and training; risk management identification and referral.
• Community Resource Coordination: life-care planning; expert consultation on health care resource management; team and patient education regarding various health-related insurance/support programs (e.g. CCS/Medicare/Medicaid/SSI); building and maintaining community relationships to address needs of patients experiencing homelessness and to meet other social determinants of health needs.
  

Job Requirements
Required
Masters Other Social Work
Master Social Worker: AZ (MSW:AZ)
One (1)-year post-MSW experience or Social Work internship in a clinical or medical setting.
Preferred
Three (3)-year post-MSW healthcare experience
Where You'll Work
Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health - Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction.
Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system.
Today, that means you could be making an impact at:

• Two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals
• A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics
• Modern outpatient health and wellness services
• Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers
• Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities
  

Elevate your career without sacrificing your quality of life. As you grow with YRMC, you'll find the Prescott area isn't just a place to work - it's an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Imagine a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, coupled with four distinct seasons and nearly year-round sunshine perfect for every adventure.
Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members.
Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect.
Pay Range
$35.62 - $52.99 /hour