Hospital Social Worker - Care Coordination & Discharge

Penn Medicine; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine seeks a skilled social worker to support discharge planning and post-hospital continuity of care. You will assess psychosocial needs, counsel patients and families, and coordinate with the care team to optimize transitions.

The role requires an MSW from an accredited program with LCSW/LSW credentialing and prior hospital social work experience is preferred. This position emphasizes advocacy, education, and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-approved program.
• LCSW or LSW certification required.
• Preferred 1 year hospital social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and families’ psychosocial needs and risk factors.
• Provide counseling and support for emotional, social, and financial challenges.
• Participate in discharge planning and coordinate with post-acute care providers.
• Educate patients and families about options and resources; advocate for autonomy.

Skills

Discharge planning

Psychosocial assessment

Patient counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Advocacy

Education

MSW (CSWE)

Job description

Penn Medicine seeks a skilled social worker to support discharge planning and post-hospital continuity of care. You will assess psychosocial needs, counsel patients and families, and coordinate with the care team to optimize transitions.

The role requires an MSW from an accredited program with LCSW/LSW credentialing and prior hospital social work experience is preferred. This position emphasizes advocacy, education, and collaboration across disciplines.