Medical Social Worker

Western North Carolina Community Health Services; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health plans

Paid Holidays + Floating Holidays

Accrued PTO 156 hours

403(b) Retirement Savings with Match

Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Tele/

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Western North Carolina Community Health Services is seeking a Medical Social Worker/Medical Care Coordinator in Asheville to coordinate assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation and advocacy for patients and families.

The role prioritizes patient safety, quality of care and cost-effective outcomes, with base at Minnie Jones Health Center in Asheville. Requires 2+ years in care/case management; bachelor’s in a related field; master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services, social work or psychology; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years experience in care/case management.
• Expert knowledge of medical office operations and the role of FQHCs in the community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation and advocacy.
• Promote patient safety, quality of care and cost-effective outcomes.
• Based at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801.

Skills

Care/case management

Motivational interviewing

Stages of change

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services/social work/psychology

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Are you passionate about helping the underserved?

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). We are looking for a full-time Medical Social Worker/Medical Care Coordinator to coordinate the collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote patient safety, quality of care, and cost-effective outcomes.

The underlying premise of this position is based in the fact that when an individual reaches the optimum level of wellness and functional capability everyone benefits: the individuals being served, their support systems, social systems, and greater health in the population.

The position will be based at Minnie Jones Health Center, 257 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801.

EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years previous experience in care/case management
• Motivational interviewing skills, knowledge of stages of change interventions, and demonstrated ability to facilitate the execution of care plans.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors’ degree in human services, social work or psychology; Master’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in care/case management
• Expert knowledge of medical office operations
• Familiarity with role of FQHCs in the community

WORK/LIFE BENEFITS:

• Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including medical, dental, and vision
• Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays +Two (2) Floating Holidays
• Accrued PTO (total of 156 hours in the 1st year)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings with Match
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Telehealth
• HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness

CAREER GROWTH:

• Monthly staff meetings and trainings
• Continued Medical Education (CME) & Continuing Education (CEU)
• Coverage for certification, recertification, or licensing fees related to your position

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary range from $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 per year

Western North Carolina Community Health Services