Short Description

Provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, resources referrals, to facilitate discharge plans, and/or adjustment to illness, and
complex discharge planning for patients and their families.

Formulates the discharge plan with patient, families and the care team based upon a needs assessment.

Coordinates appropriate referrals to home care agencies, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community based programs.

Coordinates care authorization process with insurers

Coordinates specific details of patient’s hospitalization with Utilization Management department to ensure appropriate admission status

Experience Required

3 - 5 years health care experience preferred

Education Requirements

Requires a Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) or a licensed RN, BSN preferred

License/Certification Requirements

Current NJ SW License, LCSW Preferred.

or

Current NJ RN License

ACM (American Case Management Association) preffered

CCMC (Commission for Case Manager Certification) preffered

Special Requirements

PRN, varies