Social Work Care Coordinator (MSW) - OhioRISE (PFK)

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to enhance patient care through effective coordination and advocacy. This role involves working closely with healthcare teams to identify patients needing support, facilitating communication, and developing self-management skills for families. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in social work and have a strong understanding of Medicaid regulations. Join a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes and making a significant impact on the lives of children and families in the community. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000

Qualifications

• 2 years clinical or medical social work experience required.
• Active BLS certificate is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for high need patients, navigating the healthcare system.
• Develop family-centered plans and manage transitions in care.

Skills

Knowledge of Medicaid

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Nationwide Children's Hospital

Overview:

Sign-on Bonus: $5,000

1.0FTE, 40 hours per week, M-F 8am - 5pm

Job Description Summary:

The Care Coordinator assesses key needs, addresses local and systemic issues interfering with care, and assists families in setting appropriate goals and tracking progress toward achieving those goals. The Care Coordinator navigates the health care system on behalf of high need patients, supervises and provides care coordination, plans for education, and provides for patient safety and quality of care. The incumbent will serve as an agile problem solver on multiple levels, practicing professionally, ethically, and promoting patient advocacy.

Essential Functions:

• Outreach to primary care physicians, specialty physicians and other service providers to identify patients in need of care coordination.
• Completes comprehensive Health Risk Assessment, screening, and identification of patients.
• Facilitates communication and collaboration amongst the healthcare team.
• Develops patient’s and family self-management skills through education and resource provision. Develops family-centered plan of care.
• Manages transitions between settings, caregivers, and providers. Provides monitoring and follow-up across the continuum of care.
• Provides consultation, education, and training to staff regarding psychosocial issues that impact the delivery of optimal health care services.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education of staff and students as appropriate.

Education Requirement:

Master’s degree in social work or related field, required.

Licensure Requirement:

• LSW, LPC, (LISW or LPCC preferred).
• Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications:

• Active BLS certificate.

Skills:

Working knowledge of Medicaid and other regulatory agency standards.

Experience:

2 years clinical or medical social work experience, required.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Electricity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Color vision, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Peripheral vision, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

(not specified)

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Non-profit Organizations