Hospital Social Worker: Care Coordination & Discharge

MultiCare Health System; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Covington Medical Center in Covington, WA is seeking a Hospital Social Worker to coordinate cross-continuum care, perform psychosocial assessments and deliver psychosocial interventions to patients and families.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, licensure in Washington (LICSW or LSWAIC with plan to obtain LICSW within four years) and at least three years of hospital experience; knowledge of healthcare finances is a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work is required.
• Licensure in the state of Washington is required (LICSW or LSWAIC with plan to obtain LICSW within 4 years).
• Minimum 3 years hospital or equivalent experience.
• Healthcare financial assistance knowledge or leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-continuum care, psychosocial assessments and interventions.
• Support patient and family through transitions of care and discharge planning.
• Maintain professional communication with the care team and ensure timely care progression.

Skills

LICSW

LSWAIC

Healthcare experience

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

MultiCare Covington Medical Center in Covington, WA is seeking a Hospital Social Worker to coordinate cross-continuum care, perform psychosocial assessments and deliver psychosocial interventions to patients and families.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, licensure in Washington (LICSW or LSWAIC with plan to obtain LICSW within four years) and at least three years of hospital experience; knowledge of healthcare finances is a plus.