Social Worker II — Care Coordination & Discharge (Sign-On Bonus)

ChristianaCare; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan 403(b)

Paid time off

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking an energetic Social Worker to support care coordination and discharge planning across our care management triad. The role focuses on addressing psycho-social barriers and ensuring safe transitions for patients within our health system.

The successful candidate will collaborate with RN Case Managers and Utilization Management to optimize patient outcomes, with preferred Acute Care Social Work background and Delaware licensure. Sign-on incentives may apply.

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.

Responsibilities

• RN Case Manager - manage patient care and drive patient progression and establish a discharge plan.
• Social Worker – resolve psycho-social barriers and supports discharge needs.
• Utilization Management – review patient status for appropriateness and anticipated payer coverage.

Skills

Care coordination

Social work

Discharge planning

Education

MSW or MSS degree

Licensed CSW or MSW (Delaware)

Job description

ChristianaCare is seeking an energetic Social Worker to support care coordination and discharge planning across our care management triad. The role focuses on addressing psycho-social barriers and ensuring safe transitions for patients within our health system.

The successful candidate will collaborate with RN Case Managers and Utilization Management to optimize patient outcomes, with preferred Acute Care Social Work background and Delaware licensure. Sign-on incentives may apply.