Discharge Planner & Social Worker (LMSW) – Case Management

Trinity Health; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Retirement Savings with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement & Professional D

Life and AD&D Insurance

Well-being Initiative

Job summary

Johnson Memorial Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking a part-time LMSW Social Worker / Discharge Planner to join our Case Management team. The Social Worker will assess and provide direct social work services to patients and families from admission through discharge.

You will provide ongoing case management, develop discharge plans, and coordinate with staff, patients, and families. CT LMSW licensure preferred; CCM/ACCC certifications, Medicare/ Medicaid knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.
• CT State Social Work Licensure LMSW preferred.
• Certification in case management (CCM) preferred.
• Certification in Continuity of Care – ACCC preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care regulations and trends.
• Experience with utilization management, home care, community resources, and rehabilitation beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing case management support to the patients.
• Assesses patient's needs and develops discharge care plans.
• Communicate effectively with staff, colleagues, patients, and family members.
• Utilizes standard Social Work intervention techniques collaborating with patients and families.
• Work as a resource to other staff members.

Skills

Discharge planning

Case management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSW degree

CT LMSW licensure preferred

CCM certification preferred

ACCC certification preferred

Job description

Johnson Memorial Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking a part-time LMSW Social Worker / Discharge Planner to join our Case Management team. The Social Worker will assess and provide direct social work services to patients and families from admission through discharge.

You will provide ongoing case management, develop discharge plans, and coordinate with staff, patients, and families. CT LMSW licensure preferred; CCM/ACCC certifications, Medicare/ Medicaid knowledge a plus.