Social Worker II - Care Coordination & Discharge

ChristianaCare; Elsmere (NE); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Care.com membership

Backup care for dependents

Financial coaching

Wellness reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking an energetic Social Worker focused on care coordination and successful discharge planning. This role supports a broad care-management model across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The successful candidate will hold a MSW or MSS and may require licensure in Delaware; a strong acute-care background and CCM credentials are preferred. Competitive benefits and a $15,000 sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) or Master of Social Services degree (MSS) from an accredited graduate school required prior to hire date.
• Licensed CSW or MSW as required by the state of Delaware prior to hire date.
• Acute Care Social Work experience preferred.
• CCM (Cert. in Case Management) preferred within 18 months of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• RN Case Manager – manage patient care and discharge planning.
• Social Worker – resolve psycho-social barriers and support discharge needs.
• Utilization Management – review patient status for appropriateness and anticipated payer coverage.

Skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Social work

Utilization management

Education

MSW / MSS

Job description

ChristianaCare is seeking an energetic Social Worker focused on care coordination and successful discharge planning. This role supports a broad care-management model across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The successful candidate will hold a MSW or MSS and may require licensure in Delaware; a strong acute-care background and CCM credentials are preferred. Competitive benefits and a $15,000 sign-on bonus are offered.