Lead Care Manager LCSW - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Lead Care Manager LCSW - Santa Monica, CA

Join our team and experience a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a dedicated Lead Care Manager LCSW to join a leading healthcare facility in Santa Monica, CA.

Position Overview:

The Lead Care Manager LCSW plays a crucial role in coordinating and managing the care of complex patients, ensuring a smooth transition of care across the continuum. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Care Coordination:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive care plans for complex patients, including those with chronic illnesses, multiple comorbidities, and social determinants of health.
  • Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Facilitate communication and information sharing among all providers involved in the patient's care.
• Discharge Planning:
  • Develop and implement discharge plans that address the patient's medical, social, and emotional needs.
  • Coordinate post-discharge services, such as home health care, skilled nursing facility placement, and community-based support services.
• Case Management:
  • Monitor patient progress and address any barriers to care.
  • Advocate for patients' needs and ensure access to necessary resources.
  • Conduct care conferences and participate in interdisciplinary rounds.
• Team Leadership:
  • Mentor and supervise junior care managers.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of care management protocols and best practices.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • California Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) License required upon hire.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a healthcare-related field (Acute, Ambulatory, or Post-Acute).
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Acute Care Management (Care Coordination) or successful completion of the Transitions in Practice (TIP) program for Care Managers.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: (May vary by facility)
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible rehires and external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.
• Schedule:
  • Full Time, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Learn More:

Learn more about Virtus Healthcare Staffing and view our other exciting career opportunities by visiting our website: www.virtushealthcarestaffing.com.