TRANSITIONAL CASE MANAGER, WEEKDAY - PRN

Responsibilities Provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, resources referrals to facilitate discharge plans and/or adjustment to illness, and complex discharge planning for patients and families. Formulates the discharge plan with patient, families, and care team based upon a needs assessment. Coordinates appropriate referrals to home care agencies, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community-based programs. Coordinates the care authorization process with insurers. Coordinates specific details of the patient’s hospitalization with Utilization Management department to ensure appropriate admission status. Experience 3 - 5 years health care experience preferred. Education Requires a master's degree in social work (MSW) or a licensed RN, BSN preferred. License and Certification Current NJ SW License, LCSW preferred. Current NJ RN License. ACM (American Case Management Association) preferred. CCMC (Commission for Case Manager Certification) preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr