Medical Case Worker - Case Coordination - HHC : Job Details

Performs the social work functions of bio-psycho-social assessment, short term crisis intervention, supportive counseling and resource referral. Provides intervention to assist patients/families to improve social and economic difficulties that may interfere with health and wellness. Facilitates discharge planning across the continuum of care.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related human services field. Master's degree preferred.

Experience: Previous social work or human services experience. Two (2) to Three (3) years of health care experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).

Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers. Ability to relate to people with diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. Must be organized, flexible and a team player. Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a hectic work environment. Working knowledge of windows based software (including word processing, database and spreadsheet) for occasional performance of duties.

Requires the ability to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems. Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources. Ability to formulate and implement a viable plan for intervention.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.