SW Care Coordinator

* Responsible for completing a Health Risk and psychosocial assessments of assigned patients.* Responsible for identifying the care needs and goals based on the assessment, analysis of claims data, provider input, patient and parent/caregiver expressed goals, clinical and social data to establish a Care Plan, in conjunction with patients, parents/caregivers and key providers to identify the needed social support and services and community-based organizations that can address their needs.* Ensures potential barriers are removed to meet goals and creates individualized disaster preparedness plan.* Ensures communication with physicians, payers, business office and/or other agencies upon discharge or transfer.* Provides patients and parents/caregivers with education and resources required to care for child in home/community and provide options available to assure quality of care.* Facilitates care conference meetings to ensure communication and coordination between participant, parent/caregivers, and key healthcare and support service providers.* Coordinates with medical team to implement care plan goals and timeframes.* Identifies, assesses, and responds to child/family needs based on age-specific developmental, psychosocial, and cultural needs.* Monitors clinical and functional status of participants through regular face to face contact and convenes multidisciplinary meetings on an ad hoc basis to address gaps in care or barriers to successful implementation of the care plan.* Performs other duties as assigned.* Master's degree in social work from a university approved by the council for social work education is required.* Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) in state of Illinois required.* Minimum of two years relevant clinical experience, current knowledge of health care trends, practices, related to pediatric health care and care coordination.* One year of supervised clinical experience in a human-services, Child welfare and/or mental health field.* Ability to travel locally with a valid drivers’ license and automobile insurance.* Experience working in partnership with health care professionals and support staff.* Demonstrates ability to problem solve, support teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting. Demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization.* Must be flexible and adjust well to a changing environment.* Computer literacy including working in Electronic Medical Record Systems, Microsoft Office applications, conducting internet research, etc.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary.* Working knowledge of payer requirements, contracts and managed care is a plus.* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Detail oriented.* Ability to multi-task and work independently.* Excellent customer service skills.* Depending on position location, fluency in Spanish may be required.At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following

to learn more about our benefits.* Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability* Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage* Tuition assistance* Student loan servicing and support* Adoption benefits* Backup Childcare and Eldercare* Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members* Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities* Discount purchasing programAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. #J-18808-Ljbffr