Social Worker - Case Management per diem

Trinity Health Corporation•Waterbury, CT

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary's Hospital is looking for LCSW/LMSW Social Worker to join our mission driven Case Management team. The Medical Social Worker is responsible for assessing and providing direct Social Work services to patients/families throughout the hospital setting upon admission and throughout discharge.

Requirements

MSW degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.
CT State Social Work Licensure LMSW or LCSW preferred.
Certification in case management (CCM) and certification in Continuity of Care - advanced (ACCC) preferred.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care regulations and trends
Experience with utilization management, home care, community resources, and rehabilitation beneficial.

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing case management support to the patients.
Assesses patient's needs and develops discharge care plans.
Communicate effectively with staff, colleagues, patients, and family members.
Utilizes standard Social Work intervention techniques collaborating with patients and families.
Work as a resource to other staff members.