Inpatient Social Worker: Discharge & Care Coordinator

Advocate Health Care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a full-time Social Work case manager responsible for comprehensive assessments, discharge planning, and community resource coordination. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the care team to ensure safe transitions and quality outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s in Social Work with 2 years of healthcare experience, and LCSW licensure is preferred. Travel and weekend coverage may be required based on site needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• LCSW licensure preferred where applicable.
• Experience in healthcare social work is typically required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complete assessments, establishes plans, and initiates interventions within desired timeframes.
• Collaborates with patient, family and team to align care goals with discharge planning.
• Provides psychosocial assessment, screening, needs evaluation and discharge planning.
• Advocates for patient involvement in the plan of care and coordinates with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Social work principles

Time management

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety in ACO care

Education

Master’s degree in social work

LCSW preferred

CSWE-accredited school

MSW required

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a full-time Social Work case manager responsible for comprehensive assessments, discharge planning, and community resource coordination. The role emphasizes collaboration with patients, families, and the care team to ensure safe transitions and quality outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s in Social Work with 2 years of healthcare experience, and LCSW licensure is preferred. Travel and weekend coverage may be required based on site needs.