Social Worker

Summary Provides leadership to the health care team in areas of coordination of post-acute care services and provision of psychosocial support services to patients and families. Serves as a resource for the health care team on appropriate and timely utilization of acute care level services and length of stay. Assists with departmental operations and improvement projects. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patients' emotional, social, cultural, spiritual, and care coordination needs, and develop collaborative treatment and discharge plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families while facilitating support groups and educational sessions for patients, caregivers, and community members. Coordinate patient admissions and ongoing case management activities, including client screening, transportation arrangements, authorization procurement, communication with funding sources, and management of denials and appeals. Participate in patient rounds, care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings to support treatment planning, care modifications, and continuity of care across the healthcare continuum. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and reporting requirements, while escalating concerns to leadership as appropriate. Contribute to program development, performance improvement initiatives, and outcome analysis while fostering collaborative relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and community stakeholders through flexibility, teamwork, and leadership. Qualifications LMSW, LCSW or LCSW-C licensure endorsed by the state of Maryland Hospital experience preferred Education Essential: * Master of Social Work Experience Essential: * 3-5 years Pay Range: $29.00 to $47.91 Based On Experience Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking About Carroll Hospital Carroll Hospital in Westminster, Maryland, is a full-service community hospital proudly serving the residents of Carroll County and the surrounding region. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Carroll delivers personalized, high-quality care in a welcoming community setting, with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients. About LifeBridge Health LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. #J-18808-Ljbffr