Social Worker Care Management

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

4d • $62,899 - $94,390 • Onsite

About The Position

Meritus Health is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Social Worker to join our Care Management Team. This role supports patients throughout their acute care episode and ensures smooth transitions post-discharge. Ideal candidates thrive in interdisciplinary environments and are committed to improving patient outcomes through holistic, evidence-based care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required
• Minimum two years in acute care, SNF, physician offices, or community health settings
• LBSW license in Maryland required
• Must obtain care/case management certification within five years of hire
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Familiarity with EMRs and ability to navigate electronic medical records
• Knowledge of disease processes, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based care
• Understanding of community resources, provider networks, and the revenue cycle
• Ability to build relationships across clinical and community settings

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate psycho-social support for patients during hospitalization
• Develop and implement personalized discharge plans
• Assess patient needs related to care coordination, resources, and services
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care coordinators to enhance patient satisfaction
• Facilitate access to community resources to support recovery and continuity of care
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Shift Differential Pay

What This Job Offers

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