Care Management Social Worker — Oklahoma City, OK at OU

About the Role

As an Adult Care Management Social Worker within the Inpatient SICU/NICU department at OU Health, you will provide essential support and guidance to patients and their families navigating complex social and health-related challenges. This role is designed to ensure comprehensive care coordination, helping individuals achieve overall wellness within the OU healthcare system.

You will work collaboratively with clients, families, healthcare professionals, and community resources to address unique needs and improve well-being. Your day-to-day involves assessing patient conditions through medical diagnoses and personal interviews, conducting psychosocial assessments, and developing care plans that include resource referrals, crisis intervention, and patient advocacy. You will serve as a vital liaison between patients and clinical staff, ensuring that ethical dilemmas are escalated appropriately and that patients are treated with dignity and respect.

This position may be filled as Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on your specific education, experience, and license requirements. Level 1 roles may also involve precepting newly hired social workers or students.

Join OU Health

New to OU Health? We offer competitive wages and a total rewards package that includes a sign-on bonus and possible relocation assistance for candidates located outside of 100 miles. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, providing peace of mind for you and your family. Benefits include PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and more.

Equal Opportunity

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all qualified applicants are considered regardless of background.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Main Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDevelop and implement care plans with patients, families, and healthcare teams
check_circleMonitor care progress and institute appropriate interventions as needed
check_circleComplete reports based on mandated reporting requirements
check_circlePrecept newly hired social workers and supervise social work students
check_circleAssess patients' unique conditions using medical diagnoses, chart reviews, and interviews
check_circleAdvocate for patient concerns and escalate ethical dilemmas through proper channels
check_circleProvide patient and family education on diseases, treatments, and social or financial issues
check_circlePerform psychosocial assessments and communicate findings to clinical staff
check_circleConduct high-risk screenings and provide crisis counseling for abuse or neglect situations
check_circleAct as a liaison between patients, families, clinical staff, and external agencies

Requirements

verifiedMaster of Social Work from an accredited institution
verifiedCurrent Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
verifiedCurrent Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
verified0-3 years work experience (Level 1)
verifiedAt least 3 years social work experience (Level 2)
verifiedAt least 5 years social work experience (Level 3)

Nice to Have

Health care experience

Benefits & Perks

check_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleMedical and dental insurance planscheck_circleSign-on bonuscheck_circleRelocation assistance for candidates outside 100 miles

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: LMSW, LCSW, Basic Life Support, Social Work, Psychosocial Assessments, Crisis Intervention, Patient Advocacy, Care Coordination, Crisis Counseling, Mandated Reporting.

Education: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

Frequently asked questions about Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health

What does a Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health will develop and implement care plans with patients, families, and healthcare teams; monitor care progress and institute appropriate interventions as needed; complete reports based on mandated reporting requirements; and precept newly hired social workers and supervise social work students.

What are the requirements for this Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) role?expand_more

To qualify for the Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health position, applicants should have: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution; Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association; 0-3 years work experience (Level 1); At least 3 years social work experience (Level 2); and At least 5 years social work experience (Level 3).

Where is the Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) role at OU Health located?expand_more

Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health is based in Main Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

OU Health has listed this Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) role?expand_more

Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health typically requires 0–5 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) role at OU Health?expand_more

Key skills for Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health include LMSW; LCSW; Basic Life Support; Social Work; Psychosocial Assessments; Crisis Intervention; Patient Advocacy; and Care Coordination.

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Educational requirements for this role: Master of Social Work from an accredited institution required.

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Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU) at OU Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Adult Care Management Social Worker - Inpatient (SICU/NICU)