Social Worker II — Care Coordination & Discharge Specialist

ChristianaCare; Deepwater (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Tuition assistance

Care@Work and wellness benefits

Job summary

ChristianaCare in New Jersey seeks a Social Worker to support care coordination and discharge planning for complex patients. The role emphasizes collaboration within a care management triad to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home or other settings.

Requirements include an MSW or MSS and state licensure; acute care experience is preferred. The position offers competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or MSS required.
• Licensure as CSW or MSW as required by the state before hire.
• Acute care social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• RN Case Manager collaborates on discharge planning and patient progression.
• Social Worker resolves psycho-social barriers to support discharge needs.
• Utilization Management reviews status for payer coverage suitability.

Skills

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Psycho-social support

Team collaboration

Education

MSW or MSS

Licensed CSW/MSW in state

Job description

ChristianaCare in New Jersey seeks a Social Worker to support care coordination and discharge planning for complex patients. The role emphasizes collaboration within a care management triad to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home or other settings.

Requirements include an MSW or MSS and state licensure; acute care experience is preferred. The position offers competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.