Social Worker - Case Management

Tenet Healthcare; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Join Tenet Healthcare as a Social Worker at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Michigan, where you will be responsible for patient care through effective resource coordination and psychosocial assessments. This position emphasizes patient transition needs and preventing avoidable readmissions.

Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Social Work and be licensed in Michigan. This part-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare system while enjoying various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Current license as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in Michigan.
• Two years of acute hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessment within 24 hours of patient admission.
• Develop and implement successful transition plans for high-risk patients.
• Provide psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients.

Skills

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Licensed Master’s Social Worker in Michigan

Job description

Job Description

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital. If you are a compassionate health‑care professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional health‑care with a personal touch.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder childcare, auto and home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Summary

The Social Worker is responsible for facilitating care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources, balanced with the patient’s resources and right to self‑determination. The position has overall responsibility for assessing the patient for transition needs including identifying and assessing patients at risk for readmission, conducting complex psychosocial assessment and intervention to promote timely throughput, safe discharge and prevent avoidable readmissions. This position integrates national standards for case management scope of services including transition management, care coordination, compliance with regulations, and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessment within 24 hours of patient admission to develop and document the anticipated transition plan.
• Develop and implement successful transition plans for patients identified as high risk for readmission.
• Provide psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients with behavioral health, lack of support systems, financial barriers, end of life, or medication adherence issues.
• Delegate implementation of transition plans to staff and follow up to ensure timely completion.
• Communicate transition plan details to healthcare team, patients/families, and post‑acute providers.
• Assist with adoption/abuse/neglect cases, including assessment, intervention and referral to appropriate agencies.
• Screen patients for factors affecting progression of care and intervene as needed to promote timely throughput.
• Stratify patients at risk for readmission or in need of case management services.
• Ensure plan of care is consistent with patient choice and resources.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, payors, patients and families to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Provide education to patients, physicians and healthcare team regarding safe and timely transition and available resources.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation requirements, and Tenet policies.
• Operate within the Social Work scope of practice as defined by state licensing regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a program approved by the Michigan Board of Social Work and accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Current license as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in Michigan, or current limited license with full licensure within 3 years of hire.
• Two years of acute hospital experience preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in using the Tenet Case Management documentation system within 30 days of hire.
• Attendance at hospital and department orientation required.
• Accredited Case Manager (ACM) preferred.

Required Skills

• Analytical ability, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work productively with patients, families and all levels of hospital personnel.
• Verbal and written communication skills for diverse populations.
• Ability to cope with stressful situations, manage multiple priorities, and work with difficult medical/emotional/personal challenges.
• Teaching abilities for educational programs.
• Organizational skills and ability to lead and coordinate activities of a diverse group.
• Comprehensive knowledge base and physical ability to assess patients and families for psychosocial needs.
• Computer literacy to utilize case management systems.

Job Information

• Job Number: 2606001581
• Primary Location: MI - Commerce Township
• Hospital/Facility: DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
• Job Type: PT2Y
• Shift Type: Days (Weekend Holiday Rotation)

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program.