Senior Care Coordination Social Worker—Discharge

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. in Marietta, GA is seeking a Care Coordination Social Worker Sr to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and support patient and family discharge planning.

The role serves as a psychosocial expert and consults with the care team on complex social determinants of health. The SW Sr will mentor other social workers, participate in Interdisciplinary Rounds, and guide patients toward appropriate post-acute placements and community resources to

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university (Required)
• LMSW in State of GA (can be waived with LCSW)
• ACM or CCM (Preferred)
• Lic Clinical Social Worker GA or Lic Master Social Worker GA (Required upon hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required)

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and planning for discharge.
• Coordinate care across the continuum and link to community resources.
• Mentor and precept social workers and students as needed.
• Collaborate with RN Care Coordinators and physicians in care planning.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Rounds to optimize discharge timing and transitions.

Skills

Communication skills

Maturity

Self-confidence

Objectivity

Positive attitude

Resilience

Regulatory knowledge

Community resources

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

LMSW GA

ACM or CCM

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. in Marietta, GA is seeking a Care Coordination Social Worker Sr to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and support patient and family discharge planning.

The role serves as a psychosocial expert and consults with the care team on complex social determinants of health. The SW Sr will mentor other social workers, participate in Interdisciplinary Rounds, and guide patients toward appropriate post-acute placements and community resources to