Case Manager Social Worker

Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL


Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Southside Hospital

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.


How you'll make an impact in this role

• Orchestrate the patient journey by leading interdisciplinary teams to design and execute seamless care plans from admission through discharge.
• Champion patient-centered care by integrating family values and personal preferences into every stage of the clinical process.
• Drive clinical outcomes through proactive assessments and continuous monitoring to ensure every intervention is effective and purposeful.
• Eliminate barriers to recovery by advocating for essential resources and resolving obstacles that impede high-quality care.
• Serve as a strategic lead on medical documentation and post-discharge planning to ensure long-term patient success and compliance.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Clinical Counselor preferred.
• Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Orchestrate the patient journey by leading interdisciplinary teams to design and execute seamless care plans from admission through discharge.
• Champion patient-centered care by integrating family values and personal preferences into every stage of the clinical process.
• Drive clinical outcomes through proactive assessments and continuous monitoring to ensure every intervention is effective and purposeful.
• Eliminate barriers to recovery by advocating for essential resources and resolving obstacles that impede high-quality care.
• Serve as a strategic lead on medical documentation and post-discharge planning to ensure long-term patient success and compliance.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Clinical Counselor preferred.
• Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.