How do they match: Healthcare Social Workers

  • Case Manager
  • Case Worker
  • Caseworker
  • Geriatric Care Manager
  • Medical Case Manager
  • Medical Case Worker
  • Social Work Case Manager

  • Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers. Provide patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. May also provide case and care management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.

  • Investigate child abuse or neglect cases and take authorized protective action when necessary.