MSW Social Worker: Discharge & Crisis Support

Vanderbilt Health; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Social Worker in Case Management to evaluate psychosocial needs and coordinate discharge plans for identified patient populations. The role acts as liaison between the facility and external resources, providing crisis intervention and follow-up to plan of care.

The Social Worker collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely discharge, navigate barriers to throughput, and advocate for patients and families while maintaining compliance with regulatory

Qualifications

• Licensed Master Social Worker (Tennessee) is required.
• Experience providing psychosocial assessments and discharge planning preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments for assigned patients.
• Assess discharge needs and coordinate services to meet identified needs.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to patients and families.
• Document care coordination activities and communicate with the health care team.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Social Worker in Case Management to evaluate psychosocial needs and coordinate discharge plans for identified patient populations. The role acts as liaison between the facility and external resources, providing crisis intervention and follow-up to plan of care.

The Social Worker collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely discharge, navigate barriers to throughput, and advocate for patients and families while maintaining compliance with regulatory