Hospital Caseworker
びょういんケースワーカー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialized professional who assesses and evaluates psychosocial issues of hospitalized patients and their families, supporting their transition to community living through discharge support and the creation and implementation of care plans.
Description
Hospital caseworkers identify psychosocial and economic challenges faced by patients and their families through interviews and assessments, formulating and implementing optimal support plans (care plans). They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams such as physicians, nurses, and care managers, coordinating long-term care insurance, welfare services, housing environment adjustments, community comprehensive care centers, and local governments to support transition to regional community life after discharge. They also handle conference operations, negotiations with related organizations, and follow-up observations after support implementation, aiming to improve patient QOL and prevent readmissions.
Future Outlook
With the aging population and promotion of community-based integrated care, demand for discharge support and home transition support is increasing. Opportunities for roles are expected to expand not only in hospitals but also in community comprehensive care centers and home service fields.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Empathetic / Good at coordination / Good listener / High ethical standards
Work Style
Full-time / Hospital Work / No Night Shifts / Partial Remote Work Allowed / Shift
Career Path
Hospital Caseworker (Junior) → Hospital Caseworker (Senior) → Team Leader → Social Work Department Manager → Community-Based Integrated Care Position → NPO Staff/Consultant → Education/Training Instructor
Required Skills
Assessment Techniques / Care Plan Creation / Interview Techniques / Medical Welfare System Knowledge / Meeting Facilitation / Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Housing Support Knowledge / Long-term Care Insurance System / Mental Health
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to changes in patients or systems. |
| Communication Skills | Due to frequent coordination and interviews with patients, families, and medical/welfare personnel. |
| Planning & Organization | Because they systematically develop discharge support plans and care plans. |
| Problem Solving | To devise solutions for diverse psychosocial issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high psychological stress from serious cases and family anxieties. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Due to close collaboration with physicians, nurses, care managers, etc. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is almost no numerical analysis work. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly consisting of interviews and desk work, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Licensed Psychiatric Social Worker
- Licensed Social Worker
Aliases
- Hospital MSW
- Hospital Medical Social Worker
- Medical Social Worker
Related Jobs
- Care Manager
- Community Comprehensive Care Center Staff
- Medical Social Worker
- Psychiatric Social Worker
- Ward Clerk