Facilitate the coordination of care, from admission through discharge, with focus on realistic treatment outcomes within the scope of available resources. Oversee the assessment, planning, facilitation, coordination, evaluation and advocacy for options and services to meet a patient and family's comprehensive health needs and to promote quality cost effective outcomes. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, patient and family, as well as various departments within and outside the hospital to assure timely and appropriate discharge planning and cost-effective outcomes.

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work which included training in human growth and development appropriate to all age groups.

5 years of related experience.

Case management, utilization review and case management in a medical setting is required.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker LICSW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) required.

Health plan experience in utilization review and case management will be considered.