Case Manager-Social Worker

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Detroit seeks a Case Manager to provide therapeutic interventions and social work services. The role requires a Master's degree in Social Work and a valid LMSW license. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive support, requiring excellent communication and organizational skills. A fast-paced work environment necessitates critical thinking and effective problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Three years of clinical experience in social work.
• Knowledge of social work practices and community referrals.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of patient care principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic intervention and social work services.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams in care coordination.
• Document patient counseling sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Time management

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker (LMSW)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Database systems

Job description

FULL TIME 40 HOURS, DAYS 8:00AM TO 4:30PM

General Summary

The Case Manager ¿ SW provides therapeutic intervention and social work services to patients and their families to enhance comprehensive, integrated, and uninterrupted care in the hospital and to facilitate continuity of care in the community. Demonstrates positive interpersonal communication with patients, families, visitors, and co-workers in accordance with organization and departmental policies and procedures.

Education/Experience Required

Master's degree in Social Work required. Three (3) years of clinical experience. Knowledge of social work practices, individuals, case recording, chart documentation, community referrals, and effective networking techniques to coordinate services for patient outside of the hospital is required. Familiarity with general medicine psychiatry, psychology and sociology and how social, familial, economic, and individual factors affect how an individual functions required. Knowledge of child and adult protection laws, state Medicaid guidelines, NASW code of ethics (professional standards), and confidentiality and privacy, as applicable to the area of specialty is desired. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population‑specific and age‑specific needs. Ability to make independent decision regarding clinical, psycho‑social patient are and to provide input regarding the organization and functioning of the hospital unit required. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary to conduct successful counseling, social services, supervision of students, consultation with colleagues and documentation of patient counseling session. Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills. Excellent organization and time management skills. Knowledge of computers, Electronic Health Records, database systems and utilization review/case management documentation systems. Desire to work collaboratively and proactively with healthcare teams and other hospital‑based interdisciplinary teams. Knowledge of CMS, commercial payer requirements and hospital financial/reimbursement processes desired. Excellent written/verbal communication skills, critical thinking skills, creative problem‑solving skills, good organization, and planning skills. Must be self‑directed, have the ability to tolerate frequent interruption and work in a fast‑paced work environment.

Certifications/Licensures Required

Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) with a valid, unrestricted State of Michigan license. Certification in Case Management (CCM) by the Commission for Case Management Certification (CCMC) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM) by the American Case Management Association preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Inpatient Case Management
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable