Discharge Planning Social Worker: Care Continuity Advocate

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking a Social Worker to coordinate and execute social work functions across the care continuum.

The role partners with the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions team to address psychosocial needs and support effective discharge planning. You will advocate for patients, provide education, refer to community resources, and ensure culturally competent care while maintaining adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Coordinate psychosocial assessments and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patient needs and coordinate community resources.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations, reimbursement, and patient rights.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning with interdisciplinary team.
• Provide patient and family education on post-hospital needs.
• Act as patient advocate and liaison with care teams.
• Collaborate on care plans to achieve goals.

Skills

Discharge planning

Critical thinking

English fluency

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

LCSW/LMSW/LPC license (preferred)

CCM - Certified Case Manager (Preferred)

Job description

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking a Social Worker to coordinate and execute social work functions across the care continuum.

The role partners with the Interdisciplinary Care Transitions team to address psychosocial needs and support effective discharge planning. You will advocate for patients, provide education, refer to community resources, and ensure culturally competent care while maintaining adherence to regulatory standards.