Discharge & Care Coordination Social Worker

St. Johns Riverside Hospital; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John's Riverside Hospital in Yonkers is seeking a Continuing Care Coordinator to support discharge planning and psychosocial assessment for patients and families.

You will collaborate with nurses, physicians, case managers and social work colleagues to ensure safe, timely transitions to appropriate care settings and community resources, while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care. Masters in social work required with LMSW/LCSW preferred; NY state certification preferred; strong

Qualifications

• Masters required in social work, LMSW or LCSW preferred.
• New York State Screen Certification preferred.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Spanish or community dominant language desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Coordinates discharge planning and ensures appropriate care transitions.
• Collaborates with nurses, physicians, case managers and interdisciplinary Healthcare team.
• Reviews admissions and continued stays in accordance with discharge planning.

Education

Master's degree in social work (MSW)

Job description

St. John's Riverside Hospital in Yonkers is seeking a Continuing Care Coordinator to support discharge planning and psychosocial assessment for patients and families.

You will collaborate with nurses, physicians, case managers and social work colleagues to ensure safe, timely transitions to appropriate care settings and community resources, while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care. Masters in social work required with LMSW/LCSW preferred; NY state certification preferred; strong