Social Worker - Hospital, Casual

Position Summary:
The Social Work Care Manager provides patient-centered care management services to patients and families in an inpatient hospital setting. This position serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team and is responsible for identifying care coordination needs in collaboration with the inpatient and ambulatory care teams, along with the patient and the patient’s external support systems. Within the context of an interdisciplinary team, the Social Work Care Manager participates in progressing patients toward discharge/next level of care by identifying barriers, implementing appropriate interventions, and securing transition plans that are aligned with shared goals of care. The Social Work Care Manager will consistently and thoughtfully apply social work values and continuous quality improvement in daily work.

Work Schedule:

• Casual
• .001 FTE
• Care Management operating hours are 7 days/week, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Required Qualifications:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • BSW – Bachelor’s of Social Work
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • Current Minnesota license to practice as LSW
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of the values, principles, and methodologies of social work
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.