LCSW Certification or in queue to start certification**
I. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
In the capacity of a Social Worker, provide clinical care management services to identified eligible patients, coordinating care to obtain desired health outcomes, improve self-care abilities, and decrease unnecessary cost of care.
Work as a member of Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) along with the Ambulatory Care Manager (ACM) and Care Coordinator to ensure the assigned patient’s individual needs are identified and addressed in a timely manner.
Perform standardized comprehensive needs assessment, identifying and addressing barriers to care and aligning patients with available benefits and resources.
IV. Employment Qualifications Education Qualifications - education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Education:
Master’s Degree
LCSW Social Work Licensing/ Certification
Licensure/Certification Required:
Master’s Degree or Licensure as required by state of practice
Licensure/Certification Preferred:
Case Management certification, LSW or LCSW Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
2-3 years acute care, home health or case management experience
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
Strong analytical, data management and computer skills.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of healthcare and health education across the lifespan in a practice health setting.
Ability to work with individuals, groups and families.
Familiarity and knowledge of Community Resources.
Flexibility to work non- traditional hours.
Works well in a Team Setting. Personal computer skills.
Experience with database entry, EMR documentation, Power Point preferred and basic Excel skills.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Accepts responsibility and follows through on projects and activities
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred
Demonstrated success in improving the health of a distinct population of patients in the ambulatory or community setting
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com