Yale New Haven Health·New Haven, Connecticut
The role involves assessing, intervening, and following up with referred patients while providing comprehensive case management and advocacy. The social worker also serves as a liaison between patients and community service systems to develop resource networks.
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Assists with assessment, intervention, and follow-up of referred patients. Provides case management including continuum care planning and advocacy. Serves as department community resource development specialist and as a liaison between select patients of all ages and community service systems. Performs other job duties as required.
1. Ethics and Values 2. Communication 3. Planning, Problem Solving and Decision Making 4. Program Development 5. Professional Development 6. Performance Improvement 7. Referral and Evaluation 8. Direct Intervention 9. Case Management.
YNHHS Requisition ID: 188964
A Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited program or an equivalent degree with related experience is required. New graduates may apply, though preference is given to those with experience in health or mental health social work.
Market context
In Connecticut, social worker roles in long-term care and geriatrics are often driven by steady demand from aging-service settings and care coordination needs. These positions are competitive because employers look for a master’s degree, current state licensure or certification, and prior experience with older adults, plus strong assessment and interpersonal skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your license status and highlight relevant geriatric experience in your application.
