Social Worker, Care Coordinator

Works with neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, families, medical staff and community agencies to determine the appropriate setting of care and appropriateness of hospitalization, as well as to assess post-hospital care needs. Provides the necessary interventions in order to assure effective and efficient clinical resource management. Provides intervention regarding adjustment to hospitalization, crisis intervention and psychosocial assessment.Required: 1. Masters of Social Work (MSW) OR; B.S. degree in related field with strong clinical background. 2. One (1) year previous experience in case management, utilization review, or social services. 3. Ability to interact with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff. 4. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 5. Ability to type accurately at an approximate rate of 40-45 wpm.