Social Worker-Case Mgmt

Ascension; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Case Manager to join their team. This role involves coordinating comprehensive care plans for patients, advocating for resources, and ensuring effective communication among care teams. With a focus on patient-centered care, you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals through their healthcare journey. Join a mission-driven organization that values community impact and offers a variety of benefits, including paid time off and health insurance options. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience preferred in case management or related field.
• Licensure in Clinical Counseling or Social Work required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans for patients from admission to discharge.
• Maintain communication with care transition teams for effective health plan implementation.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Advocacy

Crisis Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department:Case Management
• Schedule:PRN
• Hospital:Ascension Seton Bastrop
• Location:Bastrop, TX

What You Will Do

Coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for patients, from admission to discharge.

• Create care plans across the continuum, integrating patient and family preferences and values.
• Serve as a resource to assess, evaluate, recommend, and treat legal, neglect, substance abuse, crisis, psychosocial, and various adjustment needs.
• Advocate for resources and removal of barriers.
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisors and care transition team members to ensure effective implementation and reevaluation of the health plan.
• Act as a resource for proper medical record documentation, complex care level recommendations, and services related to diagnoses and treatment options for post-discharge care.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Clinical Counselor obtained prior to hire or transfer date.
    • Counselor credential from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors obtained prior to hire or transfer date.
    • Social Worker credential from the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners obtained prior to hire or transfer date.
    • Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice obtained prior to hire or transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Case Manager credential from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC).
  • Case Manager credential from the American Case Management Association (ACMA).

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience preferred.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers with rewarding careers in healthcare since 1902. We operate over 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system with over 134,000 associates and 2,600 care sites, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities across 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide everything we do. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer, and make a positive community impact. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension offers equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status, or any other legally protected status or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

For more information, see the EEO 'Know Your Rights' posters in English and Spanish.

As a military-friendly organization, we support career flexibility and offer benefits to assist military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. We encourage applicants to bring their military experience and perspectives to our team.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

We will only make employment offers through our official application process. Be aware of potential fraudulent offers. We do not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO), various health insurance options and wellness plans, retirement benefits including employer match, long-term and short-term disability, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), parental leave and adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to give back to the community.

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation depends on experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of offer.