Outpatient Palliative Care Social Worker: Impact Transitions

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee wellness programs

Fitness discounts

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition program

HR support center

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Palliative Outpatient Social Worker to join the Care Transitions team in Hershey, PA. The role focuses on assessing social and behavioral needs, addressing health inequities, and supporting patients to improve well-being and reduce readmissions.

Collaborating with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other specialists, you will help enhance the patient experience and coordinate care, with opportunities to advance professionally and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Must be licensed to practice social work in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of two years of experience in social work.
• Experience with Cerner or WellSky is preferred.
• Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' social and behavioral needs and provide focused support.
• Collaborate with the Care Transitions team and other clinicians to address social determinants of health.
• Help reduce readmissions and improve the patient experience.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Cerner

WellSky

Job description

Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center is seeking a Palliative Outpatient Social Worker to join the Care Transitions team in Hershey, PA. The role focuses on assessing social and behavioral needs, addressing health inequities, and supporting patients to improve well-being and reduce readmissions.

Collaborating with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other specialists, you will help enhance the patient experience and coordinate care, with opportunities to advance professionally and