Social Work Case Manager - Full Time - Rotational Hours - Wexford, PA

High Market Health; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Care Management team. This role is crucial in advocating for patients and families, ensuring effective care coordination across various healthcare settings. You will engage with interdisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of care and improve patient experiences. With a focus on social determinants of health, you will help facilitate safe transitions for patients and provide essential education and support. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in healthcare settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and coordinate care for patients.
• Educate patients and families about post-discharge care.

Skills

Patient Advocacy

Care Coordination

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Social Work

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

$10,000 sign on bonus available

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of providers, clinicians, health plans, and external partners to advocate for patients and families/caregivers, coordinating care across the continuum. The incumbent is a vital member of the Care Management team, aiming to improve care quality, patient experience, and population health by addressing social determinants of health impacting wellness.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conducts initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments, providing interventions and recommendations after engaging with patients and their caregivers/families. Focuses on social determinants of health to ensure effective care coordination. (30%)
2. Works to develop and implement safe transition plans for patients (Inpatient/Observation/ED), ensuring timely discharge and connection with post-discharge care providers and community resources. (25%)
3. Educates patients, families, caregivers, and physicians about appropriate post-discharge care levels and community support access. Advocates for patients by communicating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, payers, and post-acute partners to ensure safe transitions. (20%)
4. Provides counseling and interventions related to treatment decisions and end-of-life issues, facilitating collaborative conversations to establish care goals. Handles crisis interventions involving child abuse, domestic violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, mental health, substance use, and surrogate decision makers. (15%)
5. Supports professional growth through certification, mentoring, and participation in committees. (5%)
6. Contributes to department and organizational goals. (5%)
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Master's degree in Social Work (Incumbents by 4/21/2025 have 6 months from hire to obtain)
• Experience in a healthcare or hospital setting
• LSW and/or LCSW certification required (Incumbents by 04/21/2025 have 12 months from hire to obtain)
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

Preferred

• None

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