Case Management Social Worker - Epilepsy

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 57,510 - 87,697; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Retirement savings contributions

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Cleveland is seeking a full-time Social Worker for its Adult Behavioral Health Center. The role includes crisis intervention and resource coordination for patients from diverse backgrounds. Responsibilities encompass conducting psychosocial assessments and engaging with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in Social Work and have relevant healthcare experience. Excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and aligns with the organization's mission of transformative patient care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) certification is required.
• State licensure as LISW must be obtained within five years.
• 3 years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient support.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and provide interventions.
• Supervise Social Work Interns and assist with training.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Resource coordination

Counseling

Patient empowerment

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

A caregiver in this role works Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM

Join Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute and become part of one of the world’s most respected healthcare organizations. We are expanding with a new, one-million-square-foot, 15-floor, state-of-the‑art facility on Cleveland Clinic Main Campus designed to elevate care for complex neurological conditions — including spine injuries, epileptic seizures, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and stroke. This advanced building brings every stage of care under one roof, featuring dedicated spaces for outpatient services, surgery, stepdown, ICU and epilepsy monitoring, as well as additional operating rooms and expanded ambulatory, infusion, imaging, EMG, sleep and rehabilitation services. We are welcoming new caregivers to collaborate within our multidisciplinary teams and contribute to nationally recognized, innovative neurological care. Join us and be part of the next wave of transformative care at Cleveland Clinic.

As a Social Worker within our Adult Behavioral Health Center, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals and families across diverse backgrounds and levels of need. Leveraging your expertise in crisis intervention, resource coordination, mediation, counseling, and patient empowerment, you will help patients navigate complex challenges and move toward stability, healing, and improved overall well‑being.

This position includes a rotating assignment supporting both inpatient and outpatient social work services within our Epilepsy program, with opportunities to provide cross‑coverage for pediatric and adult populations. The role offers a dynamic clinical environment where collaboration, adaptability, and compassionate care are essential.

Psychiatric social work experience is strongly preferred, as this role requires advanced clinical judgment, behavioral health assessment skills, and the ability to effectively intervene in high‑acuity situations.

A caregiver in this position works full‑time | Mon‑Fri | 8:00am—4:30pm | no holidays or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with healthcare teams to assess and plan interventions to help patients cope with social, emotional, financial and environmental problems.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and provide interventions to assist patients and families (e.g., counseling, education, advocacy, referrals, conflict resolution, crisis intervention, problem solving and coordinating family/team meetings).
• Provide and/or document treatment recommendations, professional recommendations, care coordination interventions and treatment plans.
• Engage patients and families in adhering to the treatment plan by reducing or eliminating barriers.
• Maintain a network of resources for consultation and connect patients with community resources.
• Supervise Social Work Interns and assist with training new caregivers.
• Educate other caregivers about the impact of social problems on health outcomes and the effectiveness of social interventions in improving outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program
• Current state licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
• State licensure as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) within five years of hire
• 3 years of experience in healthcare system (to include exposure to and experience in pre-acute and post-acute care preferred)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills necessary to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcome
• Hospital Social Work experience
• Knowledge of community resources

Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
• May require periods of sitting, standing and the ability to walk to various locations throughout the Foundation to attend meetings.
• Must have normal or corrected vision
• Must be able to clearly communicate verbally by phone.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $57,510.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $87,697.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).