Discharge Planning Social Worker – Care Coordination

HCA Houston Healthcare; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance and education

Dependent scholarships

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX seeks a Social Worker (BSW) to assess psychosocial needs, coordinate discharge planning, and connect patients with community resources. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support high-quality patient-centered care across Med/Surg units.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and an LBSW license, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within the HCA Healthcare network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) preferred or required per facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs and coordinate discharge planning for identified patients.
• Collaborate with RN case managers, nurses, physicians, insurance companies and other staff.
• Identify barriers to discharge and develop appropriate discharge plans for high-risk patients.
• Educate patients and caregivers about community resources and post-acute care options.
• Facilitate meetings with care teams, patients, families and caregivers.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree

LBSW

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast in Pasadena, TX seeks a Social Worker (BSW) to assess psychosocial needs, coordinate discharge planning, and connect patients with community resources. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support high-quality patient-centered care across Med/Surg units.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and an LBSW license, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within the HCA Healthcare network.