Clinical Social Worker: Coordination & Discharge Planning

Society for Social Work and Research; Morgan City (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed social worker to perform bio-psychosocial assessments, patient education, evaluation, and referrals to community resources. You will coordinate and implement discharge plans, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to address emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

The role may include clinical social work under supervision, requires MSW, CSW/RSW or LMSW, strong communication, documentation in medical records,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited university
• Experience in a medical setting is preferred but not required
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and care teams
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and public assistance programs is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessment interviews, provides referrals and coordinates discharge plans
• Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families
• Maintains patient records and communicates critical information to the medical team
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education
• Participates in on-call rotation
• Adapts communication to diverse patient populations

Skills

Computer skills

Windows-style applications

Verbal & written communication

Medical terminology

Healthcare systems knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed social worker to perform bio-psychosocial assessments, patient education, evaluation, and referrals to community resources. You will coordinate and implement discharge plans, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to address emotional, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

The role may include clinical social work under supervision, requires MSW, CSW/RSW or LMSW, strong communication, documentation in medical records,