MSW Home Hospice

Home Health MSW Role

This position provides psychosocial support and resource coordination for patients receiving home health services. The Social Worker partners with patients, families, caregivers, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to assess needs, connect individuals with community resources, and help address barriers that may impact health, safety, and quality of life.

The role is primarily field-based, requiring travel to patients' homes throughout the service area.

Position Duties:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments in patients' homes
• Evaluate social, emotional, financial, and environmental factors affecting patient care
• Develop and implement individualized care plans
• Provide counseling, support, and crisis intervention as appropriate
• Assist patients and families with adjustment to illness, disability, or life transitions
• Connect patients to community resources, including:
• Financial assistance programs
• Transportation services
• Housing resources
• Caregiver support
• Community-based services
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals
• Advocate for patient needs and coordinate community services
• Document assessments, care plans, interventions, and outcomes according to regulatory standards
• Educate patients and families regarding available resources and support systems
• Manage a caseload while prioritizing visits and meeting documentation requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required in Oregon
• Excellent time management skills
• Compassion and empathy Ability to establish professional boundaries. Strong knowledge of community resources (or ability to quickly learn them)
• Comfortable working independently in the field Strong organization and documentation skills

Selling Points:

• Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
• No weekends listed
• Direct patient impact in the home setting
• Autonomy and independence
• Opportunity to build relationships with patients and families
• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment
• Meaningful work helping patients access resources and improve quality of life

This is a field-based Home Health MSW role where you'll travel to patients' homes, conduct psychosocial assessments, connect patients and families with community resources, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support overall well-being and successful outcomes. It's an excellent opportunity for a compassionate social worker who enjoys autonomy, patient advocacy, and community-based care.