Social Worker Case Management
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Kyle, TX Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center Hays Department/Specialty:ICU Schedule: Days, Monday through Friday 8am-5pm l Full-time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead comprehensive initial assessments for ICU admissions, identifying psychosocial factors that will influence the patient’s recovery and long-term care needs from day one. Advocate for patients experiencing mental health crises by securing appropriate psychiatric placements and resources, ensuring their safety and specialized care during recovery. Support families navigating the emotional weight of critical illness, providing expert guidance and crisis intervention to help them make informed decisions during high-stress transitions. Collaborate with the ICU interdisciplinary team to determine the "next site of care," expertly coordinating transfers to rehabilitation, long-term acute care, or home to ensure clinical continuity. Create a seamless discharge experience by resolving complex financial or social barriers, ensuring patients have the support systems required to prevent ICU readmission.
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: One or more of the following required: Clinical Counselor obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Counselor credentialed from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Social Worker credentialed from the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
Nice To Haves
- Case Manager credentialed from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.
- Case Manager credentialed from the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.
- 3 years of experience preferred.
- Active State Licensure: You must hold a current, unrestricted license in Social Work (LMSW or LCSW) as required by state regulations.
- Acute Care/ICU Experience: A proven track record of managing complex discharges and psychiatric placements within a high-acuity clinical setting.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive initial assessments for ICU admissions, identifying psychosocial factors that will influence the patient’s recovery and long-term care needs from day one.
- Advocate for patients experiencing mental health crises by securing appropriate psychiatric placements and resources, ensuring their safety and specialized care during recovery.
- Support families navigating the emotional weight of critical illness, providing expert guidance and crisis intervention to help them make informed decisions during high-stress transitions.
- Collaborate with the ICU interdisciplinary team to determine the "next site of care," expertly coordinating transfers to rehabilitation, long-term acute care, or home to ensure clinical continuity.
- Create a seamless discharge experience by resolving complex financial or social barriers, ensuring patients have the support systems required to prevent ICU readmission.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
