Provides psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, resources referrals, to facilitate discharge plans, and/or adjustment to illness, and complex discharge planning for patients and their families.

Formulates the discharge plan with patient, families and the care team based upon a needs assessment. Coordinates appropriate referrals to home care agencies, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community-based programs. Coordinates care authorization process with insurers

Coordinates specific details of patient's hospitalization with Utilization Management department to ensure appropriate admission status.

3 - 5 years health care experience preferred.

Requires a Master Degree in Social Work (MSW) or a licensed RN, BSN preferred

Current NJ SW License, LCSW Preferred.

or

Current NJ RN License

ACM (American Case Management Association) preferred.

CCMC (Commission for Case Manager Certification) preferred.