Care Management Social Worker - Full Time

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Care Management Social Worker (Full Time) to provide care coordination and psychosocial support within our healthcare system. LMSW or under supervision for LCSW with supervision is expected, along with BLS certification.

You will collaborate with the clinical team to address complex social and health-related needs of patients and families. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, crisis intervention, and education, with opportunities for growth across Levels 1–3

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.
• 0-3 years of work experience, health care experience preferred.
• Current LMSW or under supervision for LCSW or LCSW license; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients using data from medical records, interviews, and care teams.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and relate findings to clinical staff.
• Provide or supervise plans of care including crisis intervention and patient advocacy.
• Educate patients and families on diseases, treatments, and social/financial issues.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Act as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain professionalism and document mandated reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Care coordination

Counseling under supervision

Education

Master of Social Work

Job description

Position Title: Care Management Social Worker - Full Time

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Job Description:

New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive wages and total rewards package including a sign-on bonus and possible relocation assistance if you are located outside of 100 miles!

***These positions may be filled as a Levels 1-3 depending on specific education, experience, and license requirements.***

A Care Management Social Worker will provide essential support and guidance to patients and their families as they navigate overall wellness in the OU healthcare system. This position provides comprehensive care coordination and support services to individuals and families facing complex social and health-related challenges. This position works collaboratively with clients, their families, healthcare professionals, and community resources to address their unique needs and improve their overall well-being.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Assess assigned patients' unique conditions by combining data from medical diagnoses, chart reviews, personal interviews, and care teams.

• Performs psychosocial assessments and relate findings to necessary clinical staff

• Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy (LMSW under supervision) and support as appropriate. Partners with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in the development and implementation of plans.

• Provides patients and family education regarding diseases, treatments, social or financial situations, emotional stress and/or other problems

• Monitors care to evaluate progress towards goals and institutes appropriate interventions as needed

• Conduct high risk screening, provides crisis counseling (LMSW under supervision), and provides education and resources to patients and families regarding abuse or neglect, physical abuse, and documents these sessions.

• Acts as a liaison between patients/families and the clinical staff and other agencies

• Advocate for patient concerns and escal.

• Maintains an open, approachable manner treating others fairly and respectfully preserving self-confidence and dignity as well as show regard for their opinion

• Completes applicable reports bases on mandated reporting requirements.

• LMSW or LCSW with 1 year experience can precepts newly hired SW Level I or BSW and MSW students.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 1):

• Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required

• Experience Requirements: 0-3 years of work experience, health care experience preferred

• License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or under supervision for Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) or LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required

Minimum Qualifications (Level 2):

• Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

• Experience Requirements: At least 3 years of social work experience.

• License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Minimum Qualifications (Level 3):

• Education Requirements: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

• Experience Requirements: At least 5 years of social work experience.

• License/Certification/Registration Requirements: Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

• Analytical skills sufficiently strong to interpret situations and determine the appropriate course of action.

• Ability to explain information in a way that patients, families, and staff can understand.

• Good interpersonal skills.

• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations, including CMS guideline.

• Serve as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

• Detailed- oriented with excellent organizational skills.

• Commitment to learn and foster a culture of continuous learning, quality improvement, and patient-centered care.

• Knowledge of assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to assess, diagnose and treat mental health conditions through providing counseling services (LMSW under supervision or LCSW).

• Completion of clinical supervision requirements.

• Strong ethical standards and professional integrity; knowledge of Code of Ethics.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of casework.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.