Adult Palliative Care Management Social Worker

Position Title:

Adult Palliative Care Management Social Worker

Department: OUMC Care Management

This position may be filled as a Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on specific education, experience, and license requirements.

A Care Management Social Worker will provide essential support and guidance to patients and their families as they navigate overall wellness in the OU healthcare system. This position provides comprehensive care coordination and support services to individuals and families facing complex social and health-related challenges. This position works collaboratively with clients, their families, healthcare professionals, and community resources to address their unique needs and improve their overall well‑being.

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Assess assigned patients' unique conditions by combining data from medical diagnoses, chart reviews, personal interviews, and care teams.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and relate findings to necessary clinical staff.
• Provide or supervise plan of care interventions to include resource and referral help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy (LMSW under supervision) and support as appropriate. Partner with the healthcare team and involve the patient and family in the development and implementation of plans.
• Provide patients and family education regarding diseases, treatments, social or financial situations, emotional stress and/or other problems.
• Monitor care to evaluate progress toward goals and institute appropriate interventions as needed.
• Conduct high‑risk screening, provide crisis counseling (LMSW under supervision), and provide education and resources to patients and families regarding abuse or neglect, physical abuse, and document these sessions.
• Act as a liaison between patients/families and the clinical staff and other agencies.
• Advocate for patient concerns and Escalate ethical dilemmas through the appropriate channels.
• Maintain an open, approachable manner treating others fairly and respectfully, preserving self‑confidence and dignity, and show regard for their opinion.
• Complete applicable reports based on mandated reporting requirements.
• LMSW or LCSW with 1 year experience can precept newly hired SW Level I or BSW and MSW students.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

Experience Requirements: 0–3 years of work experience; health care experience preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:
Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or under supervision for Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Education Requirements:

Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

Experience Requirements:
At least 3 years of social work experience.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:
Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Education Requirements:

Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

Experience Requirements:
At least 5 years of social work experience.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:
Current LCSW from the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of social and psychological case‑work, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends and problems. Analytical skills sufficiently strong to interpret situations and determine the appropriate course of action. Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families and hospital staff. Good interpersonal skills.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside the work environment creates peace of mind for you and your family.