MSW Social Worker I - Discharge & Care Coordination

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Charleston, South Carolina, seeks a Social Worker (MSW) to coordinate discharge processes and ensure successful patient transitions. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in social work and possess MSW licensure within one year of hire. Responsibilities include assessing patients' social history and serving as a liaison among medical staff and patients. This role offers an engaging work environment with opportunities to make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have MSW licensure by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners within one year of hire.
• Certification in case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordination of the discharge process.
• Interview patients to obtain relevant social history.
• Serve as liaison between medical and nursing staff.

Skills

Interviewing patients and relatives

Coordination of discharge processes

Social history assessment

Problem resolution

Education

Master's degree in social work or social welfare

Job description

A leading healthcare institution in Charleston, South Carolina, seeks a Social Worker (MSW) to coordinate discharge processes and ensure successful patient transitions. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in social work and possess MSW licensure within one year of hire. Responsibilities include assessing patients' social history and serving as a liaison among medical staff and patients. This role offers an engaging work environment with opportunities to make a significant impact on patient outcomes.