Master Social Worker

Ascension Living; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee support

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Living in Chattanooga, TN, invites you to join the Alexian PACE as a Social Service professional. This day, full-time role offers a salary between $49,374 and $72,209 per year, with opportunities to coordinate care planning, collaborate with care teams, and support participants' social needs.

Minimum requirements include a Master\'s degree in Social Work and a state licensure credential; 3 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessment & Care Planning: Interview participants to evaluate social, emotional, economic, and environmental needs, prioritizing issues to develop and document comprehensive intervention and post-discharge plans.
• Agency Collaboration & Referrals: Consult with internal management, statutory/voluntary agencies, and caregivers to ensure treatment compliance while connecting participants to community health, welfare, and social resources.
• Complex Case Management: Support concurrent reviews, discharge planning, home care, and ongoing social service coordination by building strong networks and identifying creative solutions for participant needs.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Drivers License

Masters Level Social Worker

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Chattanooga, TN

Facility: Alexian PACE

Department: Social Service

Schedule: Day | Full-Time

Salary: $49,374.00 - $72,209.48 per year

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assessment & Care Planning: Interview participants to evaluate social, emotional, economic, and environmental needs, prioritizing issues to develop and document comprehensive intervention and post-discharge plans.
• Agency Collaboration & Referrals: Consult with internal management, statutory/voluntary agencies, and caregivers to ensure treatment compliance while connecting participants to community health, welfare, and social resources.
• Complex Case Management: Support concurrent reviews, discharge planning, home care, and ongoing social service coordination by building strong networks and identifying creative solutions for participant needs.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Preferred Credential(s):

• Drivers License.
• Masters Level Social Worker.

Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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