What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Care Management Social Worker position at Proforma Health?
Social Worker I provides psychosocial assessments, short-term counseling, and discharge planning for patients on inpatient units.
Key duties
Key duties
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop care recommendations.
- Provide short-term counseling and crisis intervention support.
- Coordinate patient care with physicians, nurses, and community agencies.
- Plan and support safe transitions from inpatient settings.
- Connect patients and families to resources, including financial assistance, housing support, and mental health services.
- Participate in case conferences and quality improvement initiatives.
- Engage in ongoing education to strengthen skills and improve outcomes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to assess psychosocial needs and provide appropriate counseling and crisis support.
- Knowledge of community resources and discharge planning practices.
- Collaborative, mission-driven approach to care and continuous professional learning.