Inpatient Social Worker Care Manager I - Discharge & Crisis Support

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health's Inpatient Social Worker Care Manager I role supports collaboration across disciplines in a hospital setting, conducting assessments, planning, and discharge coordination to address patients' psychosocial needs.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, Texas LMSW/LCSW licensure, and preferred CCM/ACM certification, with experience in hospital social work and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited school of Social Work.
• Current Texas licensure: LMSW or LCSW; CCM or ACM (preferred).
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Prior social work experience preferred.
• Bilingual skills: Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate case management in a hospital setting.
• Provide psychosocial assessments and discharge planning.
• Identify community resources and assist with eligibility determination.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's in Social Work

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Harris Health's Inpatient Social Worker Care Manager I role supports collaboration across disciplines in a hospital setting, conducting assessments, planning, and discharge coordination to address patients' psychosocial needs.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, Texas LMSW/LCSW licensure, and preferred CCM/ACM certification, with experience in hospital social work and strong communication skills.