Social Worker I - Discharge & Care Coordination

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to support safe, timely, and effective patient transitions during acute care. The role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, resource coordination, and patient/family support without performing clinical therapy.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to reduce barriers to care and promote optimal outcomes, aligning with our mission and values.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in acute care, healthcare, social services or community resource coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of discharge planning, community resources, and healthcare systems strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychosocial assessments to identify barriers to discharge.
• Develops individualized discharge plans with the care team.
• Coordinates post-acute services and follow-up appointments.
• Provides education on resources, benefits, and community programs.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to promote patient outcomes and reduce readmissions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Discharge planning

Care coordination

EMR proficiency

Education

Master's in Social Work

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, TN is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to support safe, timely, and effective patient transitions during acute care. The role emphasizes psychosocial assessment, discharge planning, resource coordination, and patient/family support without performing clinical therapy.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to reduce barriers to care and promote optimal outcomes, aligning with our mission and values.