Social Work Care Manager I, Case Management

Olympic Medical Center; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Medical Center in Port Angeles, WA seeks a Social Work Care Manager I to work with an interdisciplinary team to facilitate discharge planning and address patients’ psychosocial needs. You will perform mental health assessments, conduct SBIRT, coordinate with physicians and nursing staff, and support families through complex care transitions.

Requirements include a Master of Social Work, BLS within 30 days, SBIRT certification within six months, and prior medical social work experience

Qualifications

• Masters of Social Work required.
• Previous experience in medical social work preferred.
• SBIRT certification required within six months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discharge planning and address psychosocial needs for patients at risk of adverse outcomes.
• Perform mental health assessments and crisis interventions as needed.
• Coordinate with nurses, physicians and other staff to determine social work involvement.
• Conduct cognitive function screenings and SBIRT interventions when appropriate.

Skills

Social work

Crisis intervention

SBIRT

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Masters of Social Work

Job description

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle - a perfect combination!

FTE:

100%

WORK SHIFT

Days

PAY RANGE:

$34.58 - $60.45

UNION:

SEIU 1199-RN and LPN

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

Weekend & Holiday Shifts: Yes

On Call Shifts: No

Shift Differentials:

• Evening - $3.00/hour
• Night - $5.00/hour
• Weekend - $4.50/hour

Premiums:

• Standby - $4.00/hour
• Charge - $3.25/hour
• Float - $2.50/hour
• Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)
• Certification - $2.00/hour
• Preceptor- $2.00/hour
• San Exam- $500.00

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Social Work Care Manager I works closely with the interdisciplinary team to facilitate discharge planning and address the complex care needs of patients who are at risk of adverse outcomes due to limited resources, complex family dynamics, diagnosed or suspected mental health issues, diagnosed or suspected substance use disorders, difficulty navigating systems of care, involvement with or suspected need to involve protective services, suspected domestic abuse, difficulty navigating systems of care, ethical concerns, or other psychosocial complexities as needed and appropriate. The SW Care Manager I performs mental health assessments, evidence-based interventions (SBIRT) for those at risk of substance use disorder or those diagnosed with substance use disorder, cognitive function screenings, crisis interventions, safety planning, and/or other appropriate interventions to patients with psychosocial needs. The SW Care Manager I works closely with Nurse Care Managers, physicians, nursing staff, and other staff as appropriate to determine when social work involvement is indicated to address patient care needs.

EDUCATION

• Masters of Social Work required.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in medical social work preferred.
• Previous experience in working with substance use disorder, behavioral health, end of life care, adults with housing insecurity, older adults, vulnerable adults.

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• SBIRT certification required within six months of hire.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.