Social Worker Care Management Lead

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Location: US:WI:WAUWATOSA at our FROEDTERT BLUEMOUND REHAB HOSP facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Standard Hours: 40.00

Shift: 1

Shift Details: Monday - Friday 0800-1600; rotated on call

Job Summary:

Care Management Lead assists departmental leadership with daily operations and acts as a resource for Care Management staff. Performs work of care management role (CM or SW) for the Care Management Department and is considered an expert in their field. Provides mentoring and education support to Care Management staff.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of 3 years of applicable clinical practice experience as a Social Worker , and at least 2 years of experience in Care Management. Minimum of 3 years as Social Worker. A minimum of 5 years of social work and case management experience is preferred. Experience in case management field including transitional planning, outcomes management and assessment preferred. Experience in precepting or training in clinical setting, preferred. 3 years or more years of hospital based Care Management experience is preferred.

Masters of Science in Social Work id required. General knowledge of payor industry (Medicare, Medicaid, & Commercial insurance regulations), resource management, and evidenced based clinical practice is essential. Theoretical knowledge of social work, and case management processes. Analytical skills necessary to assess patient's discharge needs and develop solutions to problems concerning patients' mental status or physical well-being to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Accredited Case Manager Certification (ACM) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification Accredited case manager certification (ACM-SW) through the American Case Management Association (ACMA) preferred.

Highly organized with the ability to manage time and prioritize work flow. Ability to be self-directed and work autonomously. A high degree of positive energy and the ability to rapidly initiate positive relationships with others to develop trust. Demonstrates creative solution-based problem solving, critical thinking skills, effective conflict management and clinical judgment. Proficient in Microsoft applications and computer skills, required. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Positive and creative problem solving. Proficiency in EPIC. Skills otherwise required for department staff position.

Current State of Wisconsin certification Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) or Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is required.

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.