Medical Social Worker - BSW - Healthy Start - Hybrid Schedule - 4,10's

Location: Westlinks - 12801 Westlinks Drive Fort Myers FL 33913

Department: Healthy Start

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 6:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $25.06 - $32.58 / hour

Summary
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Healthy Start Social Worker (BSW Required) | Hybrid Opportunity

Lee Health | Healthy Start Program

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Four 10-Hour Shifts | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Flexible Day Off Each Week

Hybrid Role - Community Home Visits, Remote Work, and Team Collaboration at Westlinks

Join a Team of 19 Social Workers Dedicated to Supporting Families Across Southwest Florida

Why Social Workers Choose Lee Health

At Lee Health, we know that caring for our community starts with caring for our team members. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your health, finances, career growth, and work-life balance.

Your Benefits Include:

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings Plans with Employer Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement & Continuing Education Support

Employee Wellness Programs

Career Growth Opportunities Within Lee Health

Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Team Environment

The Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day

About Healthy Start

Healthy Start is dedicated to improving outcomes for mothers, babies, and families through education, advocacy, care coordination, and community support.

We're looking for a compassionate, organized, and relationship-focused Social Worker who believes in meeting people where they are-both physically and emotionally.

If you're someone who leads with empathy, enjoys building meaningful connections, and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of families, we would love to meet you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Healthy Start Social Worker, you'll serve as a trusted resource and advocate for families by:

Conducting home visits and community outreach

Assessing family needs and identifying barriers to care

Connecting clients with community resources and support services

Providing case management and ongoing follow-up

Educating families on available programs and services

Collaborating with healthcare providers and community partners

Participating in team meetings and program initiatives

Maintaining accurate and timely electronic documentation

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

Empathetic and people-focused

An exceptional communicator

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Comfortable working independently in the community

Collaborative and team-oriented

Skilled at building trust and rapport

Adaptable in a dynamic environment

Confident navigating electronic documentation systems

Required Qualifications
Education (Hard Requirement)

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW)

Candidates without a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work cannot be considered for this position.

Additional Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home visits and community outreach

Ability to effectively navigate computerized documentation systems

• Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Experience supporting maternal-child health, family services, community outreach, case management, healthcare, or social services populations

Why You'll Love This Role
You'll Have:

A flexible 4-day workweek

A meaningful hybrid schedule

The opportunity to build long-term relationships with families

A collaborative team of 19 experienced social workers

Leadership that values teamwork, communication, and employee well-being

The chance to make a direct impact on the health and success of families throughout Southwest Florida

Join Lee Health's Healthy Start Team

If you're passionate about advocacy, family support, community engagement, and helping others navigate life's challenges, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference every day.

Apply today and help create healthier beginnings and brighter futures for the families we serve.


Responsible for the delivery of services to the Healthy Start client population as outlined in the Healthy Start guidelines. The Healthy Start Social Worker facilitates services across a continuum through collaboration with community resources, the Healthy Start team, and other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient delivery of Healthy Start services and the achievement of desired client outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity into the delivery of services rendered. Contributes to the success of the Healthy Start team through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes of said services. Teamwork, flexibility and professionalism, while important in all functions of the System, are central to the success of the Healthy Start Team and are expected in this role.


Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in social work required.

Experience: 1 year of social work experience in medical or healthcare setting preferred.

Certification: N/A

License: N/A

Other: Strong interpersonal/communication skills and organized work habits required. Must possess the ability to effectively negotiate computerized documentation.


US:FL: Fort Myers