About:

• Location: Las Cruces, NM
• Full-time position

Join our client as a Case Manager in Las Cruces, NM. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives by coordinating care and providing support during their hospital stay and after discharge. With a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those looking to grow in their career while helping others.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assume responsibility for efficient use of resources
• Schedule personal time off to ensure necessary services are available
• Assist in orientation, training, and education of department members
• Use office equipment safely and appropriately
• Maintain files and documents to meet hospital needs
• Interview patients and families to obtain relevant information
• Act as liaison between hospitalized patients, families, and community health agencies
• Provide brief counseling services to patients and families
• Maintain current information on community resources and financial benefits
• Assist patients and families in post-discharge health care planning
• Assist with nursing home placement inquiries and documentation
• Develop Policies & Procedures for specific Social Work needs

Schedule and Shift Details

Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm - overtime available at time & half

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher
• 1+ years of experience in ANY of the following:
  • Case Management (CM)
  • Case Management
  • Care Management
• ANY of the following valid licenses/certifications:
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Mexico (NM)
  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in New Mexico (NM)
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in New Mexico (NM)