Job detail

Social Services Coordinator - Team Care Management

St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center

#Patient Advocacy #Patient Assessment #Care Coordination #Healthcare #Social Work #Interdisciplinary Care #Community Resources #Social Determinants of Health #BSW #Team Care Management

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 3 days ago

Location

Helena, Montana

Quick overview

The Social Services Coordinator works within an interdisciplinary team to help patients access community resources and remove barriers to care. Key duties include conducting assessments, facilitating care transitions, and empowering patients through education and self-management.

Requirements summary

A Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is required for this position. Candidates must be compassionate professionals capable of coordinating care and advocating for patient well-being.

bachelor degreeAdvocacyPatient AssessmentPatient EducationCare CoordinationInterdisciplinary CollaborationSocial Determinants of HealthFinancial Assistance ProgramsAdvance Care PlanningCommunity Resource ConnectionSelf-Management SupportInsurance AssistanceCare Transitions Support

Job description

The Social Services Coordinator plays a key role in helping patients and families access the resources and support they need to live healthy, safe, and independent lives. As part of an interdisciplinary care team, this position works closely with providers, nurses, behavioral health professionals, pharmacists, and care managers to address social determinants of health and remove barriers to care.

Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, connecting individuals with community resources, assisting with insurance and financial assistance programs, supporting care transitions, facilitating advance care planning, and empowering patients to achieve their health goals through education and self-management support. The Social Services Coordinator also collaborates with community agencies and healthcare teams to ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and support.

This role is ideal for a compassionate, resourceful professional who is passionate about advocacy, care coordination, and improving the overall well-being of patients and their families.