Social Worker - (MSW / LMSW / LCSW) - Case Manager - FT - Days

Job Category :

Behavioral Health, Counseling, and Clergy

Work Shift / Schedule :

8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role : Job Summary

The Case Management Social Worker is responsible for the provision of medical social work services to patients receiving care in the hospital setting. Assesses the social, psychological, cultural, environmental, and financial situation, as well as disposition needs for each referred patient. Collaborates with RN Case Manager, patients, families, healthcare team members, and community agencies to develop and implement plans to address identified needs. Evaluates effectiveness of plans and initiates change as needed. Uses crisis intervention, problem solving model, community organization, and advocacy skills in identifying needs and resources in the hospital and community. This position will come in contact with patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups; Employees will perform clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adhere to National Patient Safety Guidelines. Provides cross coverage for all Social Workers as required across all settings in the care continuum, including weekend rotation (as needed).

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications :
• Educational Requirements : Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work;
• Minimum Experience : One (1) year experience in a hospital preferred, agency or institution providing related health care services.
• Other :

Preferred Job Qualifications

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

Physical Demands

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.