Social Worker (SDoH)

Maryland Care Management Inc•Linthicum, MD

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Maryland Care Management, Inc. is searching for an innovative Social Worker located in Maryland who is a self-starter with a problem-solving mindset. In this role, you will work directly with MPC members to address social barriers to optimal health care while providing care management through a cooperative process of assessment, planning, and facilitation. You will also act as a member advocate when referring options and community services to meet members’ health needs. About Maryland Care Management, Inc. (MCMI) Maryland Care Management, Inc. (MCMI) manages Maryland Physician Care's (MPC) statewide provider network of hospitals and physicians. Maryland Physicians Care has been providing services to the HealthChoice Medicaid populations since 1996, and we are proud of our footprint in the community. With over 230,000 members, MPC consistently has been one of MD's largest Medicaid-managed care organizations. Why join us? MCMI recognizes the importance of flexibility and offers multiple work arrangements. Along with competitive pay, we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision plans, 100% employer Term Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401k Employer Match up to 4%) as well as 20 days of PTO, and tuition assistance/professional development plans. Your future colleagues at MCMI are welcoming, friendly, and eager to help each other succeed. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, providing organizational-wide social opportunities, and constantly improving our ongoing efforts to positively impact our members' lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work.
Valid Maryland state LMSW or LCSW licensure (in good standing).
3 years of experience in a community setting.
Possession of a valid Maryland State Driver’s License.
Knowledge of community agencies and resources. (PG/MOCO)
Working knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services.
Candidate must live in/be familiar with Montgomery or Prince George's County
Hybrid position. Must be available and willing to travel up to 50% of the time to meet with members.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of government Managed Care programs (Medicaid/Medicare)
Master’s degree in social work

Responsibilities

Utilizes clinical judgment to assess members, prioritizing emerging issues to maintain a member-centric approach.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary care team to aid member health goals via case rounds and consultation.
Utilizes problem-solving skills to research and identify community resources and coordinate referral mechanisms.
Plans specific goals and actions designed to meet the member’s needs as identified in the assessment process that are action-oriented, time-specific, and cost-effective.
Builds strong relationships with members by aiding and advocating to help achieve health goals and through visits to the home and community, telephonic and/or video conferencing.
Monitors care management activities, services, and members’ responses to interventions, to track the effectiveness of the plan of care and the utilization of services.
Participates in outreach activities to promote knowledge of the program and its services and to coordinate program activities with outside community agencies and health care providers.