Geriatric Social Worker - Behavioral Health & Coordination

Temple Health – Temple University Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health – Temple University Health System in Philadelphia seeks an experienced Social Worker to support patients and families adjusting to illness. Day shift, full-time, with emphasis on counseling, coordination of community, social and hospital services, and addressing complex social needs including elder care and safety concerns.

The role requires a Master's in Social Work and experience with behavioral health, health insurance utilization, and working with patients aged 50 and above.

Qualifications

• Behavior Health experience, utilization and health insurance knowledge.
• Able to work with patients 50 years and older.
• Able to complete social assessment, address referrals, and pre-cert new patients; run family meetings and groups.

Responsibilities

• Counsel patients and families to adjust to illness.
• Coordinate community, social and hospital services for patients.
• Intervene in cases of suspected domestic violence or abuse.

Skills

Behavior Health experience

Utilization and health insurance

Education

Master's Degree Social Work

Job description

Temple Health – Temple University Health System in Philadelphia seeks an experienced Social Worker to support patients and families adjusting to illness. Day shift, full-time, with emphasis on counseling, coordination of community, social and hospital services, and addressing complex social needs including elder care and safety concerns.

The role requires a Master's in Social Work and experience with behavioral health, health insurance utilization, and working with patients aged 50 and above.