Discharge Planner & Social Worker (LMSW) - Per Diem

Trinity Health Of New England; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

Johnson Memorial Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking an 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 in the hospital setting from admission through discharge.

The role is part-time with Day shift and per diem availability. Requirements include an MSW from an accredited school of social work; CT LMSW licensure preferred; CCM and ACCC certifications

Qualifications

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

Case management

Discharge planning

Social work

Communication

Education

MSW degree from an accredited School of Social Work

CT State Social Work Licensure LMSW preferred

CCM certification

ACC C certification - Continuity of Care

Job description

Johnson Memorial Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking an 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 in the hospital setting from admission through discharge.

The role is part-time with Day shift and per diem availability. Requirements include an MSW from an accredited school of social work; CT LMSW licensure preferred; CCM and ACCC certifications