Population Health Social Worker

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Serve as a behavioral health and social work expert on the Population Health Care Management Team within a Value-Based Care model .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeOhio • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in behavioral health and social work within a Value-Based Care model, focusing on patient-centered care, psychosocial assessments, and coordination of services to address complex social needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master Of Social WorkState Of Ohio Social Work LicensureBehavioral Health ExpertiseCare CoordinationTrauma-Informed Care

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Hard Skills

Psychosocial AssessmentHarm Reduction SupportSubstance Use InterventionPatient NavigationComprehensive Care Coordination

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunicationInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

LSWLISW

Industry Keywords

Value-Based CarePopulation Health ManagementBehavioral Health ResourcesSocial Support ServicesPatient Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a behavioral health and social work expert on the Population Health Care Management Team within a Value-Based Care model
Identify and address behavioral health, substance use, and non-medical social needs
Coordinate services to promote patient-centered, comprehensive care
Provide psychosocial assessments, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction support
Help patients and families navigate medical diagnoses and complex circumstances
Facilitate access to behavioral health, substance use, medical, and social support services
Develop and maintain relationships with behavioral health resources, health care providers, interdisciplinary care teams, and community partners
Provide guidance as a subject matter expert on behavioral health and social work needs
Support implementation of appropriate interventions and services
Improve care coordination, address social and behavioral health barriers, support positive patient outcomes, and reduce avoidable acute care utilization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Level Degree
Master of Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work required
State of Ohio Social Work licensure (LSW or LISW) required
1 year of relevant experience required
Experience in a physician’s office or other primary health care setting desirable
2-4 years of relevant experience preferred
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular position
40 scheduled hours
First shift
Equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability