Social Work Care Manager I-IPCM

The Social Work Care Manager I- IPCM provides comprehensive care coordination and support services to individuals and families facing complex social and health-related challenges. This position works collaboratively with clients their families healthcare professionals and community resources to address their unique needs and improve their overall well-being. This roles responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments of clients social emotional and environmental circumstances developing personalized care plans and coordinating access to necessary services and resources. Advocacy for clients rights and empowerment is a central aspect of this role striving to ensure patients receive equitable and quality care. Additionally this position will engage in crisis intervention counseling and advocacy while also promoting preventive measures and education within the community. Compassion empathy and strong communication skills are essential in building trusting relationships and supporting clients in achieving their goals for health and social stability. This job performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Mercy mission values and service standards.

Location

Mercy Hospital Southeast

1701 Lacey Street

Cape Girardeau MO 63701

Department

Inpatient Care Management

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40 hrs. week)

Required Education: Masters in Social Work or has satisfactorily completed all requirements for the MSW but awaiting conferment by the educational facility for all Social Workers hired after 12/25/2011. (Social Worker I hired before December 2011 met previous job description education requirements.)

Required Experience: No experience required.

Required Licensure: Current license in Social Work in the state of employment (LMSW LCSW)

Required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) (CPR) at hire date required or within 90 days (about 3 months) of hire.

Preferred Certifications: Certification in Case Management preferred.

Preferred Experience: 2 years experience in acute care hospital setting preferred.

From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.