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2 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$32,000 · lowesthighest · $450,000
this role: $73,778median $76,840
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 120 posted behavioral health roles in Fairfax, Virginia salarys. This role sits in the 46th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 4% below the Fairfax, Virginia median for behavioral health roles.
The Social Worker Case Manager evaluates patient needs across the continuum of care and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to manage treatment plans. They provide discharge planning, facilitate referrals, and act as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
We are looking for dedicated and experienced Social Worker Case Managers in the Fairfax area to work in children’s specialties including Inova Children's Hematology/Oncology, Inova Children's Pulmonology, Inova Children’s Gastroenterology, Inova Children’s Neurology and Inova Children’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine These roles will be full-time, day shift with varying hours from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits
Committed to
Team
Member
Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
Tuition and
Student
Loan
Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
Mental
Health
Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
Work/Life
Balance: offering paid time off and paid parental leave.
Social Worker Case Manager 1
The Social Worker Case Manager 1 evaluates the ability of patients to progress throughout the continuum of care.
Works collaboratively in communication with physicians, nursing and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to effect timely and appropriate patient management.
Showcases a working knowledge in utilization management, managed care and payer issues.
Provides discharge planning and continuity of care for assigned patients in the acute and post-acute setting, with an understanding of pre/post-acute resources.
Provides coordination of services and acts as a key Liaison between patients, families and the interdisciplinary healthcare members.
Duties and Responsibilities
Social Worker Case Manager 1
Participates in the assessment of patients' biopsychosocial needs through review of patient information, personal contact with patients/families and interdisciplinary care team members. Communicates routinely with patients, families, interdisciplinary care team members and other appropriate parties with regard to the status of patients' care plans. progress toward treatment goals, identification of concerns and/or problems, problem solving and assisting with conflict resolution when necessary.
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$73,778 - $120,266/yr
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Posted
Aug 3, 2026
Application
Employer website
Ensures that all options available to support a successful transition and elements critical to patients' care plans have been communicated to patients/families and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to ensure continuity of care. Refers cases and issues appropriately to resolve barriers to care progression. Acts as an advocate for patients to resolve barriers to care progression.
On the basis of preliminary risk screenings, assesses the psychosocial risk factors of patients/families through the evaluation of prior functional levels, appropriateness/adequacy of support systems, reactions to illnesses and the ability to cope.
Intervenes with patients/families regarding emotional, social and financial consequences of illness and/or disability.
Serves as a resource person and provides counseling and interventions related to treatment and end of life decisions. Advocates for patient/family empowerment and independence to make autonomous healthcare decisions and access needed healthcare services.
Provides discharge planning and continuity of care for assigned patients in the acute and post-acute settings.
Initiates and facilitates referrals to clinics, home healthcare, hospice, SNF, acute rehab, LTAC, TCM, medical equipment and supplies as indicated.
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, patients and families in the assessment/coordination of discharge planning needs, delivery of post-discharge planning needs, delivery of post-discharge services and transition of patients from the hospital to the discharge setting as well as ongoing care in the community.
Documents relevant discharge planning information in the medical record according to department standards and/or care management plans. Collaborates/communicates with internal/external Case Managers.
Provides coordination of services and acts as a key Liaison between patients, families and the interdisciplinary healthcare members.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Certification: Basic Life Support - Upon Start
Experience: 1 year experience in clinical care or clinical case management
Education: Master's Degree Social Work MSW)
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) work experience
Additional Details
Application deadline: this position will remain posted for 30 days from the original posting date. Applications must be submitted before the posting closes.
Tentative employment start date: June 2027
Applicants may be considered for current and future opportunities.
We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider.
Every day, our 25,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve.
Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience.
And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step.
At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Market context
Virginia behavioral health roles need CSAC licensure
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.
