Social Worker, LBSW

The Case Management Social Worker performs effective assessments of patients and their families. Based on the needs identified in an assessment, the Social Worker arranges, coordinates, and monitors multiple services from different providers to meet patients needs. The Social Worker addresses the psychological and social needs of the patients and formulates the discharge plan in collaboration with all appropriate team members. Under the guidance of the Case Management Supervisor, the Social Worker is responsible for conducting and coordinating patient assessments, transition of care, discharge planning affecting patient outcomes, and patient/family education.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Licensed Social Worker in the state of North Dakota
• BLS certification required within orientation period

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work required

Experience Requirements

• Two years of experience in area of Social Work preferred, particularly in an acute care setting

Special Skills or Training Requirements

• Demonstrated evidence of dependability, diplomacy, and initiative
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of internal and external customers, including but not limited to medical staff, patients and families, clinical personnel, other Case Managers and Social Workers, support and technical staff, outside agencies, third party payors, and members of the community
• Basic understanding of reimbursement issues, denials, and DRGs
• Personal computer skills using e-mail and Microsoft Office Suite