Social Worker - Case Management

Ascension•Wichita, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assess patients' needs and coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care from admission to discharge within Case Management departments. Provide support and education regarding resources available to cope with emotional, financial and social needs that arise with a diagnosis. Develop care plans for patients based on assessment findings and consideration of needs and preferences. Assess complex emotional, psychological and physical issues to understand what the patient requires and how social work can provide support. Advocate for patients' needs and ensure the medical system respects their rights and caters to their preferences. Maintain ongoing dialog with leadership and care transition team members to ensure effective implementation and reevaluation of care plan. Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Requirements

Licensed Clinical Social Worker credentialed from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date, OR Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (BSW), OR
Licensed Master Social Worker (MSW) credentialed by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.
Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
3 years of experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

LMSW or LBSW with hospital experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patients' needs and coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care from admission to discharge within Case Management departments.
Provide support and education regarding resources available to cope with emotional, financial and social needs that arise with a diagnosis.
Develop care plans for patients based on assessment findings and consideration of needs and preferences.
Assess complex emotional, psychological and physical issues to understand what the patient requires and how social work can provide support.
Advocate for patients' needs and ensure the medical system respects their rights and caters to their preferences.
Maintain ongoing dialog with leadership and care transition team members to ensure effective implementation and reevaluation of care plan.