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Discharge Planner MSW

Endeavor Health

Elmhurst, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$30.46–$45.69 Per Hour
SKILLS
Acute Care, Best Practices, Case Management, Certified Case Manager (CCM), Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Community Health, Customer Support/Service, Discharge Plans, Durable Medical Equipment, Financial Regulations, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Home Care, Hospital, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Medications, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Process Improvement, Process Management, Program Evaluation, Program Planning, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Social Work, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Elmhurst, IL
POSTED
6 days ago
Hourly Pay Range:
$30.46 - $45.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:
  • Position: Discharge Planner-MSW
  • Location: Elmhurst, IL
  • Per Diem
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p
  • Required Travel: To cover other Endeavor locations


A Brief Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Clinical Care Coordination to lead our clinical care coordination team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the care coordination process, ensuring the seamless transition of patients through various stages of care and improving the overall quality of patient care delivery. The Manager will collaborate closely with clinical staff, patients, families, and community resources to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the patient experience.

What you will do:
  • Conduct thorough assessments of patients' medical, social, and emotional needs to identify potential discharge challenges.
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to determine the most appropriate post-discharge care plan.
  • Develop individualized discharge plans that include recommendations for post-acute care, follow-up appointments, and necessary support services.
  • Ensure care plans are patient-centered and aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate communication among healthcare providers, patients, families, and post-acute care facilities to ensure a seamless transition.
  • Collaborate with community resources and agencies to arrange for home health services, durable medical equipment, and other support services.
  • Educate patients and their families on the discharge plan, including medication management, follow-up appointments, and self-care strategies.
  • Provide emotional support and coping strategies to address patients' concerns and fears.
  • Advocate for patients' rights, preferences, and needs in the discharge planning process.
  • Assist patients in accessing available resources, services, and benefits.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of discharge planning activities and patient progress.
  • Generate reports to track patient outcomes and program effectiveness.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to discharge planning.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to enhancing the discharge planning process.

What you will need:
  • Masters Degree Social Work Required
  • Experience in discharge planning, case management, or social work in a healthcare setting.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Illinois Preferred And
  • Certified Case Manager (CCM®) - Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) Certification in Case Management (CCM or ACM) Preferred Or
  • Accredited Case Manager (ACM) - American Case Management Association (ACMA) Certification in Case Management (CCM or ACM) Preferred


Benefits (For full and part time positions):
  • Premium pay for eligible employees
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking at designated locations
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Community Involvement Opportunities


Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org .

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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