Social Worker II — Newark: Care Coordination & Impact

Christiana Care Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off with rollover

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Care@Work backup care

Wellness reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is seeking an energized Social Worker to join our care management team. You will coordinate patient discharge plans, address psycho-social barriers, and work with RN Case Managers and Utilization Management to ensure appropriate care and payer coverage.

Requires Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or MSS, and Delaware licensure; acute care experience preferred; CCM certification within 18 months encouraged.

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

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSW / MSS

Job description

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is seeking an energized Social Worker to join our care management team. You will coordinate patient discharge plans, address psycho-social barriers, and work with RN Case Managers and Utilization Management to ensure appropriate care and payer coverage.

Requires Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or MSS, and Delaware licensure; acute care experience preferred; CCM certification within 18 months encouraged.