Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is looking for a dedicated Social Worker Case Manager 1 to join the team.  This position is PRN.  

 

 https://www.inova.org/locations/inova-fairfax-medical-campus

Social Worker Case Manager Job Responsibilities:

Participates in the assessment of patients' biopsychosocial needs through review of patient information, personal contact with patients/families and interdisciplinary care team members. Communicates routinely with patients, families, interdisciplinary care team members and other appropriate parties with regard to the status of patients' care plans. progress toward treatment goals, identification of concerns and/or problems, problem solving and assisting with conflict resolution when necessary. Ensures that all options available to support a successful transition and elements critical to patients' care plans have been communicated to patients/families and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to ensure continuity of care. Refers cases and issues appropriately to resolve barriers to care progression. Acts as an advocate for patients to resolve barriers to care progression. On the basis of preliminary risk screenings, assesses the psychosocial risk factors of patients/families through the evaluation of prior functional levels, appropriateness/adequacy of support systems, reactions to illnesses and the ability to cope. Intervenes with patients/families regarding emotional, social and financial consequences of illness and/or disability. Serves as a resource person and provides counseling and interventions related to treatment and end of life decisions. Advocates for patient/family empowerment and independence to make autonomous healthcare decisions and access needed healthcare services.

Social Worker Case Manager Requirements:

*  Masters Degree in Social Work.

 One year of clinical care or clinical case management experience. Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association upon start.