Medical Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
A Medical Social Worker provides psychosocial support, counseling, and care management for patients navigating chronic or acute illnesses at home . They help patients access vital community resources (like meal delivery), assist with financial and insurance concerns, and facilitate advance care planning. Services are provided under the direction of a Medical Provider and in conjunction with other health care team members in accordance with the established policies and practices of the Agency.

• Master’s degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Active license from the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) . 
• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience. Home care experience preferred.
• CPR certification, as applicable.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources available in the community.
• Licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state/Agency requirements. 
• Reliable transportation and demonstrated a good driving record.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:  

• Assesses the psycho-social status of clients to determine factors that may interfere with the client's ability to achieve goals.
• Completes assessments in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
• Develops a written plan to provide information and direction to other health team members.
• Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress in the clinical record.
• Communicates plans and changes to the physician and/or nursing supervisor and other Agency staff through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in case conferences.
• Prepares social histories to augment existing service, or as a guide in determining or changing the level of service. 
• This may include cultural factors, financial concerns, and support systems.
• Works with patients, their family members and legal representatives to provide education and support based on assessed needs for resources and long term planning
• Demonstrates teamwork and effective communication to accomplish client team, and Agency goals.
• Participates in care conferences and other team or Agency meetings. 
• Shares areas of expertise and initiates interdisciplinary referrals.
• Educates team members and clients/families about community resources and how to access them appropriately.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.