Social Service Case Worker - Clinically Integrated Network - South Hills

Highmark Inc. • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

GENERAL OVERVIEW: Coordinates patient progress toward achieving quality and cost outcomes; mobilizes resources and manages the system in response to current variances according to pre-established standards.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree in Social Work or related field
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Nice To Haves

• LSW or LSW eligibility
• 1 year experience in a hospital/multidisciplinary health care setting, or at least field placement in hospital social work

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the coordination and completion of post-discharge needs for patients requiring home care or extended care facility services. (40%)
• Communicates and collaborates with physicians, patients, and outside agencies in the development of the discharge plan in conjunction with the Care Management and Social Work teams for a safe and timely discharge. (40%)
• Communicates and collaborates with physicians and multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate management of resources and to attain patient and individualized goals in an appropriate and timely manner, and in the appropriate setting. (10%)
• Facilitates group process related to psychosocial skill development. (10%)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees