PRI M A R Y FU N C T I O N:
To a ss i st pati e nts and fa m i l i e s to i d e nt i fy soci a l, emot i on a l, and e nvironme n tal n ee ds a n d to conn e c t t h e m wi t h a v a i l a ble re sour ce s/ s e rvi ce s throu g h the p r ovis i on of a f ull spe c trum of dis c h a r g e planning a nd so c ial wo r k s e rvi ce s.
PRI N CIP A L D U T I E S A N D R E S P O N S I B I L I T I ES :
Works with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team to formulate a discharge plan that provides the patient services in the appropriate post-acute care setting. Gathers and assesses information regarding the patient's physical needs, mental status, family support system, financial resources, and available community and governmental resources. Employs assessment to develop a comprehensive case management plan that will address the patient s goals of care and identified needs for discharge planning. As part of the discharge plan development process, collaborates with other healthcare professionals in multi-disciplinary meetings and patient rounds. Receives updates and guidance regarding Utilization Management from appropriate UM staff to assist with length of stay coordination.
E D U C A T I O N A N D E XP E RI E N C E R EQ UI R E M E N T S :
- Mast e r s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Master of Social Services degree (MSS) f r om an acc r e di t e d g r a du a te s c hool of So c ial W o r k.
- Must have an active social work license in the state of Maryland (in good standing)
- Two y ea rs of soci a l wo r k e x p e ri e n c e in an acute care sett i n g preferred .
Associated topics: advocate, case, clinician, counselor, insights, lcsw, lmsw, mental, msw, npho