Case Management

Case Management – Acute Care Social Worker

Position Overview

The facility seeks an experienced Medical Social Worker (MSW/LCSW) to join the care management department as a discharge planner and case manager. You'll work in an acute care setting managing a caseload of 20–23 adult and geriatric patients, coordinating safe and efficient transitions to post-acute care.

Schedule & Contract

• Shift: Day, 5×8 hours (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
• Schedule: Sunday–Thursday (subject to change based on staffing)
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days Off: Variable; consecutive days off made when possible
• Weekend Coverage: Variable; must commit to working 3 of 5 designated holidays

Clinical Scope

You'll conduct initial assessments within 24 hours of admission, develop comprehensive discharge plans, and coordinate all post-acute care needs. This includes:

• Biopsychosocial assessments and problem-list development
• Discharge planning and contingency planning
• Coordination with medical teams, insurance case managers, and facility utilization management
• Placement to the lowest appropriate level of care
• Care coordination for patients with multiple diagnoses (CHF, COPD, diabetes, stroke, dementia, psychiatric disorders, and more)

Requirements

• License: California state license (compact acceptable)
• Experience: Minimum 1 year acute care hospital experience required
• Certifications: BLS, MSW or LCSW
• Travel Experience: Required
• References: 2 references covering at least 1 year within the last 3 years

Key Note

Travelers may float to nearby sister facilities. Refusal to float may result in termination and forfeiture of guaranteed hours.