MSW Discharge Planner

Baptist Health • Jacksonville, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Discharge Planner, MSW shall coordinate care of an assigned caseload of patients through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals. The Discharge Planner will facilitate efficient utilization of clinical resources, optimal clinical and continuing care, as well as financial outcomes. This individual shall be responsible to provide a collaborative process of assessment, plan, facilitate, care coordination, evaluate, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive human service needs through communication and available resources. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Social Work required.
• Active LMSW or LICSW required or obtain within 12 months in position.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills.
• Strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Knowledge of HIPAA standards and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 3 years of hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of case management.
• Experience with skilled nursing facility, home health, hospice, child/adult/elder abuse and neglect, and rehabilitation preferred.
• CCM or ACM Case Management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care of an assigned caseload of patients through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other health professionals.
• Facilitate efficient utilization of clinical resources, optimal clinical and continuing care, as well as financial outcomes.
• Provide a collaborative process of assessment, plan, facilitate, care coordination, evaluate, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive human service needs through communication and available resources.
• Complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Develop trust with leaders in the organizations.
• Remain calm in difficult situations.
• Work both independently and in a team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level