Travel Social Work - Social Worker
Canton, GA
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Title: Social Worker
No local candidates within 50 miles.
Schedule 8-830p Varies
13 weeks

748C BHS- Hospital Based - Social Worker.

Min of 2 years of experience within specialty.
Required BLS.

Must have Acute Care Hospital experience.
Required: LCSW Cert

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Care Coordinator Social Worker
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Care Coordination / Social Services
Reports To: Director, Care Coordination / Social Services Occupational Summary
Collaborates with patients (neonate through geriatric), families, medical staff, and community agencies to evaluate the appropriateness of hospitalization, determine optimal levels of care, and coordinate post-hospital needs.
Provides psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, and support to facilitate effective care transitions and efficient clinical resource management. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Screens cases pre-admission, admission, concurrently, and post-discharge in accordance with departmental policies.
• Utilizes professional judgment to identify appropriate interventions impacting clinical resource management.
• Collaborates with clinical staff to identify and prioritize discharge planning needs.
• Gathers comprehensive patient information, including physical, psychosocial, financial, and support system factors.
• Counsels patients and families to evaluate post-hospital care options and develop appropriate discharge plans.
• Communicates with external reviewers and provides clinical documentation for reimbursement, including retroactive reviews.
• Issues Notice of Non-Coverage letters in accordance with hospital policy and payer guidelines; discusses financial responsibilities with patients, families, and providers.
• Coordinates with healthcare providers and community agencies to implement discharge plans.
• Documents assessments, care plans, and progress in the medical record; communicates updates to patients, families, and care teams.
• Refers cases to internal departments (e.g., Risk Management, Infection Control, Pharmacy) as appropriate.
• Responds to referrals from financial counselors, physicians, and nursing staff regarding financial or social concerns.
• Reports suspected abuse or neglect in accordance with hospital policy.
• Maintains and updates community resource information and referral networks.

Additional Role Responsibilities (As Applicable)

• Responds to internal and external referrals and provides appropriate resources and guidance.
• Participates in utilization review and evaluates appropriateness of social work services.
• Develops educational and informational materials for patients and staff.
• Provides in-service education to hospital staff on care coordination and resource management.
• Participates in appeals related to care coordination denials.

Professional Responsibilities

• Adheres to all hospital safety policies and procedures.
• Reports unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment issues promptly to leadership.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

Disclaimer:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Patient Population
Must demonstrate competency in providing services appropriate to the following populations: Population Assessment/Diagnostics Care/Treatment Neonate ✓ — Child — ✓ Adolescent ✓ — Adult ✓ — Geriatric ✓ — Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Required

• Master of Social Work (MSW) or Bachelor's degree in a related field with a strong clinical background.
• One (1) year of internship experience in social work or one (1) year of experience in case management, utilization review, social services, or a related field.
• Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Preferred

• Three (3) years of experience in case management, social services, or a related field.
• Certified Case Manager (CCM) or similar certification.

Language Skills

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, patients, and the public.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional literature, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Report writing is not required for this role.

Mathematical Skills

• Basic mathematical proficiency.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to interpret written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Ability to solve practical problems in environments with limited standardization.

Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations

• Provides clear information and education to patients and families.
• Anticipates and responds promptly to needs.
• Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and courtesy.
• Applies problem-solving skills effectively.
• Provides emotional support to patients and families.

Licensure / Certification (State of Georgia)

• None required.

Supervision Given/Received
Reports To: Director/Manager, Care Coordination / Social Services or Department Coordinator
Supervises: None Working Conditions
May involve exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, needlesticks, and blood/body fluids. Hepatitis B vaccination is available to all employees. Corporate Compliance
Complies with all corporate policies, laws, regulations, and ethical standards. Reports suspected violations to appropriate leadership or compliance channels. Physical Demands Activity Frequency Close visual work Frequently Sedentary work Constantly Light work Constantly Moderate work (15–50 lbs) Occasionally Heavy work (31–100 lbs) Occasionally Very heavy work (> 100 lbs) Occasionally