Social Worker Care Management

Social Worker Care Management | Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly Monday-Friday, 12p-8pm Meritus Health is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Social Worker to join our Care Management Team. This role supports patients throughout their acute care episode and ensures smooth transitions post-discharge. Ideal candidates thrive in interdisciplinary environments and are committed to improving patient outcomes through holistic, evidence-based care. Key Responsibilities: * Coordinate psycho-social support for patients during hospitalization * Develop and implement personalized discharge plans * Assess patient needs related to care coordination, resources, and services * Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care coordinators to enhance patient satisfaction * Facilitate access to community resources to support recovery and continuity of care * Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices Qualifications: Education: * Bachelor's degree in Social Work required * Master's degree preferred Experience: * Minimum two years in acute care, SNF, physician offices, or community health settings Licensure/Certification: * LBSW license in Maryland required * Must obtain care/case management certification within five years of hire Skills & Abilities: * Strong communication and multitasking skills * Familiarity with EMRs and ability to navigate electronic medical records * Knowledge of disease processes, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based care * Understanding of community resources, provider networks, and the revenue cycle * Ability to build relationships across clinical and community settings Caring for Our Team ** We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes: * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date. * Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance , as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind. * Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. * 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals. * Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth. * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. * Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay. Happy to Help** At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.