Senior Care Coordination Social Worker Discharge&Resources

Wellstar Health System; Roswell (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in North Fulton Hospital is seeking a part-time Care Coordination Social Worker Sr. to assess transitional care needs, coordinate discharge planning, and provide expert psychosocial support to patients and families.

The role partners with RN care coordinators, physicians and the care team to facilitate safe transitions and resource access. Responsibilities include assessing psychosocial risk, coordinating post-acute referrals, mentoring staff, and ensuring timely, accurate

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Maturity, self-confidence, objectivity and positive attitude.
• Strong assessment, interview, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and care team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Assess psychosocial risk factors and use resources to support discharge.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record and EHR.
• Mentor and precept social work staff and interns as needed.
• Support continuous professional development and protocol improvement.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

MSW preferred

BSW

Job description

Wellstar Health System in North Fulton Hospital is seeking a part-time Care Coordination Social Worker Sr. to assess transitional care needs, coordinate discharge planning, and provide expert psychosocial support to patients and families.

The role partners with RN care coordinators, physicians and the care team to facilitate safe transitions and resource access. Responsibilities include assessing psychosocial risk, coordinating post-acute referrals, mentoring staff, and ensuring timely, accurate