Inpatient Social Worker: Discharge & Care Coordination

Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits (medical,

Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption assistance and parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a social worker to conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, and lead discharge planning for patients in the Social Services department. The role collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to address post-acute needs and coordinate community resources.

The position emphasizes timely CMS- and payer-related activities, utilization management, and advocacy to support patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with relevant

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of social work principals and methods in healthcare.
• Time management, professional accountability, and documentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Adherence to NASW Code of Ethics and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and discharge planning within defined timelines.
• Provide social work services, including evaluation of needs and appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate post-acute placement, home care, and community resources with the care team.
• Complete UM activities and communicate with payers and CMS as required.

Skills

Social work principles

Time management

Professional accountability

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's in Social Work

LCSW preferred

WI Social Work Certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a social worker to conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, and lead discharge planning for patients in the Social Services department. The role collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to address post-acute needs and coordinate community resources.

The position emphasizes timely CMS- and payer-related activities, utilization management, and advocacy to support patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with relevant