SOCIAL WORKER SUPERVISOR - BHS

SOCIAL WORKER SUPERVISOR - BHS

Summary Who We Are:

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. Job Summary As a Social Work Supervisor , you will provide strategic leadership and clinical direction to the Behavioral Health Services (BHS) team. This role is pivotal in aligning our Social Workers and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors with hospital goals to ensure the delivery of efficient, high-quality care. You will be responsible for adapting strategic plans to identify emerging risks and opportunities, while implementing utilization management and discharge planning policies that optimize both clinical outcomes and financial performance. Acting in a lead capacity, you will handle complex cases and oversee direct and indirect social work services for a diverse patient population ranging from adolescents to adults within the Carroll Hospital community.

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership:

Adapt and execute departmental strategic plans; identify resolutions for operational gaps and clinical risks.

Operational Oversight:

Create and implement policies for utilization management and discharge planning to ensure seamless patient transitions and resource optimization.

Clinical Supervision:

Provide guidance and direction to BHS Social Workers and LCPCs, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.

Lead Case Management:

Manage complex clinical situations and provide direct social work services to patients and families.

Departmental Alignment:

Ensure all team activities meet or exceed hospital benchmarks for quality of care and patient satisfaction. Requirements Education & Experience Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field (Required). Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in clinical social work. Proven experience in hospital utilization management and/or discharge planning (Highly Preferred). Licensure & Certifications LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical) (Required). Certified Social Work Supervisor status (Required). Skills & Attributes Expertise in navigating complex healthcare systems and regulatory requirements. Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor clinical staff. Exceptional communication skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams. A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Additional Information What We Offer:

Impact:

Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Growth :

Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

Support:

A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.

Benefits :

Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of

CARE BRAVELY

—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.