Clinical Social Worker: Care Coordination & Discharge

Preferra Insurance; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a qualified Clinical Social Worker to assess patients, coordinate discharge plans, and connect families with community resources. You will maintain records and collaborate with the care team while pursuing ongoing professional development. On-call rotation is part of the role.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and CSW/RSW certification, with LMSW preferred. This on-site position requires strong communication and system navigation skills.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program is required.
• CSW or RSW certification is required or LMSW preferred.
• Excellent communication and care coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessment interviews and coordinates discharge plans.
• Identifies resources for patients and families.
• Maintains patient records and communicates with the medical team.
• Maintains knowledge through continuing education and professional development.
• Participates in on-call rotation and adapts communication to patient populations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

CSW or LMSW certificate

Tools

Windows OS

Medical records software

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a qualified Clinical Social Worker to assess patients, coordinate discharge plans, and connect families with community resources. You will maintain records and collaborate with the care team while pursuing ongoing professional development. On-call rotation is part of the role.

The ideal candidate holds an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and CSW/RSW certification, with LMSW preferred. This on-site position requires strong communication and system navigation skills.