Care Coordinator (Social Worker I) Medical Clinics

Job description

Overview The Social Worker I will provide care coordination services to patients and their families)referred from the interdisciplinary teams in the outpatient medical clinics. The incumbent will provide assessment of needs, development of plans, support and assistance in linking to resources and overcoming barriers to access, advocacy, and psychoeducation. This position may engage in other social work roles as assigned and within the scope of practice for a Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW). Did you know that some Kennedy Krieger locations are approved National Health Service Corp sites for loan repayment? More information here: https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/nhsc-loan-repayment-program Responsibilities: - Accept referrals for care coordination services according to the process designated by the Manager, Clinical Social Work in the outpatient medical clinics. - Utilize protocols to gather information, assess needs, maintain a record of contacts, and provide a record of case activities and status through referral database. - Complete and submit documentation for the medical record to supervisor for approval in a timely manner. - Adhere to standards of care and continuing...