Social Service Case Worker/Part-time
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Social Work
Mental Health, Human Services/ Social Work, Clinical Social Worker, Patient/Health Advocate -
Healthcare
Mental Health, Human Services/ Social Work, Clinical Social Worker, Patient/Health Advocate
Job Title
Allegheny Health Network
Job DescriptionCoordinates patient progress toward achieving quality and cost outcomes; mobilizes resources and manages the system in response to current variances according to pre-established standards.
Essential ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the coordination and completion of post-discharge needs for patients requiring home care or extended care facility services. (40%)
Communicates and collaborates with physicians, patients, and outside agencies in the development of the discharge plan in conjunction with the Care Management and Social Work teams for a safe and timely discharge. (40%)
Communicates and collaborates with physicians and multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate management of resources and to attain patient and individualized goals in an appropriate and timely manner, and in the appropriate setting. (10%)
Facilitates group process related to psychosocial skill development. (10%)
QualificationsMinimum
- BA/BS Degree in Social Work or related field
Preferred
- LSW or LSW eligibility
- 1 year experience in a hospital/multidisciplinary health care setting, or at least field placement in hospital social work
Additional Employment Requirements:
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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