Hospital Social Worker: Care Coordination & Discharge

Lifepoint Health®; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package with company match

Well-being programs including gym memberships

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® in Danville, Virginia, is seeking a full-time Social Worker to assist patients and families in navigating complex care needs. The role involves interviewing patients, determining necessary services, and consulting with the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will have at least a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, with a Master’s preferred. Lifepoint offers extensive benefits including medical coverage, tuition assistance, and well-being programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field required; master’s preferred.
• Board Certified Social Worker (CSW, LPCA, LCSW) certification required within six months of hire.
• Handle with Care certification required within thirty days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients, families, and caregivers to assess needs.
• Participate in case reviews to evaluate case management.
• Assist with discharge planning to identify appropriate resources.

Skills

Interviewing patients and families

Case management

Consulting with healthcare teams

Discharge planning

Training new staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Lifepoint Health® in Danville, Virginia, is seeking a full-time Social Worker to assist patients and families in navigating complex care needs. The role involves interviewing patients, determining necessary services, and consulting with the healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will have at least a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field, with a Master’s preferred. Lifepoint offers extensive benefits including medical coverage, tuition assistance, and well-being programs.