Job Title: Social Worker - MSW (Case Management)
Location: Torrance CA
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (Monday Friday EOW; 5x8s)
Pay Rate: $65/hr (W2) $69/hr (1099)
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Social Worker (MSW) with experience in acute care case management to join its interdisciplinary team. This contract role focuses on care coordination discharge planning and psychosocial support for diverse patient populations in a dynamic fast-paced hospital setting.
You will work closely with physicians nurses therapists and external agencies to ensure safe and timely patient discharges and appropriate resource utilization. The role requires strong clinical judgment excellent communication skills and the ability to navigate complex psychosocial and discharge issues.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and care coordination for patients across multiple units
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Develop and implement safe discharge plans including referrals to home health rehab or long-term care facilities
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Participate in treatment planning and facilitate family meetings
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Coordinate with community resources protective services and hospice/palliative teams
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Support patients and families facing issues related to mental health homelessness addiction or terminal illness
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Manage documentation in Epic according to hospital policies and discharge protocols
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Support and monitor up to 25 patients/day; cover up to 2 units on weekends
Requirements:
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Masters in Social Work (MSW) Required
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Minimum 2 years acute hospital case management experience Required
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Proficiency in Epic EHR Required
Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
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Experience with:
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51/50 holds POLST mental health crisis intervention
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AIDA PASRR adoption/foster care navigation
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Appeals and denials prior authorizations workers comp cases
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Knowledge of:
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Familiarity with:
Facility Overview: