Licensed Master Social Worker -Care Manager - Part Time Day Shift

CHS Career Site; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive Pay & Full Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Licensed Medical Social Worker - NICU at North Knoxville Medical Center in Powell, TN. The Care Manager will coordinate discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Requires LCSW licensure (LMSW acceptable) with 2–4 years in acute care; Bachelor's in Social Work is required, MSW preferred. This is a part-time, day-shift role emphasizing collaboration with IDT and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
• Master's degree in Social Work preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in an acute care hospital setting required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and ensure timely transitions.
• Develops and supports discharge plans with post-hospital placement and social services.
• Refers cases to physicians, managers, or RNs when criteria are not met, ensuring timely interventions.
• Serves as liaison with community agencies to facilitate seamless patient discharges.
• Maintains accurate documentation of case management activities and compliance with reporting requirements.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

MSW preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off –Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.

Role: Licensed Medical Social Worker- NICU

Location: North Knoxville Medical Center - Powell TN

Schedule: Part time- Day Shift

Job Summary

The Care Manager - LCSW is responsible for coordinating and overseeing discharge planning, transitions of care, and case management activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, reviewing medical records for post-acute care support and collaboration with the RN Care Manager, and medical necessity, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams (IDT) to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care, including identifying avoidable days and resolving care transition issues.
• Develops and supports discharge plans in coordination with he Care Manager, coordinating post-hospital placement and social services to meet patient needs.
• Refs cases to physicians or managers or RNs when patients do not meet established criteria, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Serves as a liaison with community agencies, maintaining relationships and facilitating seamless transitions for discharged patients.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary meetings to address patient care needs, resolve challenges, and support collaborative care planning.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of case management activities, including records of referrals, patient interactions, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Identifies and appropriately refers cases to Child/Adult Protective Services, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards, if first person notification is done directly with the social worker. Directs others to comply with federal mandate for first person reporting. This requirement cannot be designated to another social worker
• Provides professional assistance to patients, families, and physicians regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care options.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required
• Master's Degree in Social Work preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in an acute care hospital setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of case management principles, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and Joint Commission standards related to case management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and implement care plans efficiently.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation systems.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.

Licenses and Certifications

• LCSW- License Clinical Social Worker required or
• LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure licensed in the state of employment required

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