Outpatient Social Worker - Care Management

Penn State Health—Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Day Hours: 8:00a-4:30p Recruiter Contact: Renee Webster at View email address on click.appcast.io SUMMARY OF POSITION The Social Worker, a critical member of the Care Transitions team, is responsible for assessing patients' social and behavioral needs, providing focused support to address health inequities, and addressing social, emotional, and environmental factors impacting their well-being. The Social Worker collaborates closely with clinic physicians, providers, staff, community health workers, and other healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes, reduce readmissions, and improve the overall patient experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S) Current Social work licensure in Pennsylvania Minimum of two (2) years experience Previous experience with Cerner and/or Wellsky Certification in case management from a nationally recognized organization. BENEFITS Medical, dental and vision with no waiting period Employee Wellness Programs, Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton) Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service EEO STATEMENT Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination. UNION Non Bargained #J-18808-Ljbffr