Care Coordinator/Social Worker - Inpatient
Company: Beloit Health System
Location: Beloit
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Beloit Health System is looking
to add a Care Coordinator/Social Worker to our Team! Shift: 1st
Schedule: 8am - 4:30 pm Hours per week: Varied - Per Diem Benefits
Status: Not Eligible Department: Care Coordination The Care
Coordinator/Social Worker is responsible for completing
bio-psychosocial assessment and discharge planning evaluation for
patients admitted to Beloit Memorial Hospital. The Social Worker
will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to
provide resource and referral information to ensure a smooth
transition from the hospital. The Social Worker will maintain
knowledge and appropriate use of resources in the community to
assist patients and families. Screening assessments, clinical
review, assess readmissions, and develop patient centered discharge
plan to address potential discharge barriers. Reviews readmission
risk with the interdisciplinary team. Ensures that initial
evaluations and discharge planning assessments are completed
according to department policy. Responds to Care Coordination/Case
Management referrals within 48 hours of scheduled work days.
Demonstrates management of crisis situations in an empathetic and
professional manner. Participates in multidisciplinary rounds to
ensure appropriate recommendations and referrals for discharge
planning. Maintains documentation to reflect most updated discharge
plan. Demonstrates ability to serve as a hospital liaison with
outside agencies by maintaining professional and positive
interactions. Participate in Quality Improvement projects
identified by the department Participates planning, development,
and presentation of community/hospital programs related to social
work services. Stays current with Social Work practice through
CEU's, journal /article review, and other pertinent literature.
Shares current Social Work/Case Management information with
colleagues. Maintains an accurate and up to date database of
resources and referral information. Shows initiative in application
of current scope of practice knowledge. Maintain professional
certification/licensure in the State of Wisconsin Attends
in-service presentations and completes mandatory education,
including but not limited to: infection control, patient safety,
quality improvement, MSDS, and OSHA standards (PPE, Blood borne
Pathogens, Hazard Communications, Emergency procedures, and Job
Safety). Ensures compliance with Joint Commission and ensures all
regulatory and accrediting agency requirements are met. Reports
significant error or unanticipated outcomes in patient care which
results in harm. Job Requirements Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in
Social work (Master's Degree preferred). Certification to practice
as a social worker in the State of Wisconsin (minimum of temporary
certification). Understanding of discharge planning and
multidisciplinary patient care. Excellent verbal and written
communication skills. Ability to document appropriately in the
Electronic Medical Record. Excellent organizational and problem
solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with other members
of the healthcare team. Adhere to best practice standards
consistent with the Social Work Code of Ethics Adheres to
established hospital and Care Coordination policies, rules, and
regulations. Practices ethical conduct and maintains
confidentiality for personal and medical information. Reporting
Relationship: Manager and Director of Care Coordination. Behavior
and Attitude The mission of Beloit Health System requires the
employee to perform in a manner which ensures health and wellness
services are delivered with high quality, value, and satisfaction
to the patients and communities we serve. The above statements are
intended to describe the essential functions and related
requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended
as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and
requirements. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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