Discharge & Care Coordination Social Worker

Penn Medicine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a social worker to coordinate all post-acute services for inpatients and outpatients. You will interview patients and families, assess aftercare options, provide information, guidance and support in decision-making, and collaborate with care teams to expedite placements.

The role emphasizes counseling caregivers, assisting with financial aid applications and helping patients understand how illness impacts life and home arrangements.

Qualifications

• Interviews patients and families, assesses aftercare options and provides information, guidance and support in decision-making.
• Skill communicating with and negotiating with patient, family, physician, community resources and payors to accomplish optimum outcomes for patients.
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Knowledge of discharge planning practices and community resources (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all post-acute services for inpatients and outpatients.
• Interview patients and families, assess aftercare options, provide information and support in decision-making.
• Collaborate with peers, physicians, other departments and community agencies to expedite placements.
• Assist patients and families with applications to financial aid programs.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to caregivers and help them understand illness impact on lifestyle and home.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Education

BSW or MSW degree

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a social worker to coordinate all post-acute services for inpatients and outpatients. You will interview patients and families, assess aftercare options, provide information, guidance and support in decision-making, and collaborate with care teams to expedite placements.

The role emphasizes counseling caregivers, assisting with financial aid applications and helping patients understand how illness impacts life and home arrangements.