Pediatric Social Work & Care Coordination Expert

Shriners Children's; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Las Vegas seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide biopsychosocial assessment, care coordination, discharge planning, and patient advocacy within pediatric care.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you will support families through transitions, identify ethical and legal issues, and connect patients with community resources to optimize quality of life.

Qualifications

• SW license in state of practice required.
• Bachelor Social Work degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience conducting psychosocial assessments in healthcare settings is desirable.
• Knowledge of pediatric care coordination and resource navigation helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs and perform biopsychosocial evaluations.
• Coordinate care plans, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Advocate for patient rights, confidentiality, and access to services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.
• Identify and navigate payer requirements and community resources.

Skills

Strong communication

Advocacy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Case management

Bilingual capability

Education

Bachelor Social Work

Master’s Social Work

Job description

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Las Vegas seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide biopsychosocial assessment, care coordination, discharge planning, and patient advocacy within pediatric care.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you will support families through transitions, identify ethical and legal issues, and connect patients with community resources to optimize quality of life.