Dedicated Social Worker II: Case Management & Advocacy

UK King's Daughters; Ashland (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King’s Daughters in Ashland, KY provides a Social Worker II role focused on comprehensive case management within the Oncology Service Line. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address social needs, support medical care, and connect patients to essential resources.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, patient education, and meticulous documentation in line with program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.
• Master’s degree in social work preferred.
• 2–3 years of paid social work experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical case management and social services to patients.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to address social needs and barrier reduction.
• Develop discharge plans and deliver follow-up services as needed.
• Connect clients with essential resources and advocate for patients.
• Document care activities in compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Patient advocacy

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

UK King’s Daughters in Ashland, KY provides a Social Worker II role focused on comprehensive case management within the Oncology Service Line. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address social needs, support medical care, and connect patients to essential resources.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, patient education, and meticulous documentation in line with program guidelines.