Social Worker II: Care Coordination in Acute Care

ChristianaCare; Port Deposit (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Care@Work benefits

Wellness reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Social Worker to join our Care Management team. This role focuses on care coordination, discharge planning, and addressing psycho-social barriers to ensure safe transitions of care.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) and state licensure; acute care experience is preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and strong work-life support within a large, integrated health system in Maryland.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or 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 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

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSW or MSS

CSW or MSW license (DE state)

Job description

ChristianaCare is seeking a Social Worker to join our Care Management team. This role focuses on care coordination, discharge planning, and addressing psycho-social barriers to ensure safe transitions of care.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) and state licensure; acute care experience is preferred. We offer comprehensive benefits, tuition assistance, and strong work-life support within a large, integrated health system in Maryland.