Find your calling at Mercy!

The Social Work Care Manager I- IPCM provides comprehensive care coordination and support services to individuals and families facing complex social and health-related challenges. This position works collaboratively with clients, their families, healthcare professionals, and community resources to address their unique needs and improve their overall well-being. This role’s responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments of clients' social, emotional, and environmental circumstances, developing personalized care plans, and coordinating access to necessary services and resources. Advocacy for clients' rights and empowerment is a central aspect of this role striving to ensure patients receive equitable and quality care. Additionally, this position will engage in crisis intervention, counseling, and advocacy, while also promoting preventive measures and education within the community. Compassion, empathy, and strong communication skills are essential in building trusting relationships and supporting clients in achieving their goals for health and social stability. This job performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Position Details:

Location

Mercy Hospital Southeast                                                     

1701 Lacey Street                                                                  

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701         

Department

Inpatient Care Management                                         

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40 hrs. week)

Required Education: Masters in Social Work, or has satisfactorily completed all requirements for the MSW but awaiting conferment by the educational facility, for all Social Worker’s hired after 12/25/2011. (Social Worker I hired before December 2011 met previous job description education requirements.)

Required Experience: No experience required.

Required Licensure: Current license in Social Work in the state of employment (LMSW, LCSW)

Required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) (CPR) at hire date, required, or within 90 days (about 3 months) of hire.

Preferred Certifications: Certification in Case Management preferred.

Preferred Experience: 2 years’ experience in acute care hospital setting preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.