MSW Case Manager-Atrium Health Cabarrus-FT Days
About The Position
The MSW Case Manager completes psychosocial assessments for patients' post-hospital care, assisting them and their support systems in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic/terminal illness. They work with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate patients for appropriate levels of care or environment settings across the continuum. The role serves as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of illness and its effects on social support systems. In collaboration with the Clinical Care Management team, the Case Manager provides information and education on community resources and post-hospital care options, making referrals as needed. They are also responsible for reporting suspected cases of child and adult abuse/neglect/exploitation and serving as a liaison between the hospital, patients, and the Department of Social Services during evaluations/investigations. The position also involves responding to requests for consultative services after normal working hours.
Requirements
- Masters in Social Work
- Adherence to National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics
Nice To Haves
- LCSW
- Applicable state Certification
- At least 1 year professional experience in hospital or health related setting
Responsibilities
- Completes psychosocial assessments for the patient's post hospital care for designated patients and their support system.
- Assists patients in coping with stress related to hospitalization, disability, chronic/terminal illness.
- Works with the Clinical Care Management team to assess and evaluate the patient for the appropriate level of care or environment setting to meet care needs across the continuum.
- Serves as a resource to hospital staff and physicians regarding emotional, social, and psychosocial components of the patient's illness and its effects on their social support system.
- In collaboration with the Clinical Care Management team, provides information, education to patients on community resources and options for post hospital care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Make referrals to community agencies as needed.
- Reports suspected cases of child & adult abuse/neglect/exploitation.
- Serves as liaison between hospital, patients and Department of Social Services during evaluation/investigation.
- Responds to requests for consultative services to patients after normal working hours.
Benefits
- Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
