Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Health

Medical Social Worker OpportunityIf you have a passion for improving the quality of life for seniors, then you need to talk to us!What We Are Looking ForAssesses the psychosocial status of patients/clients related to the patients/client's illness and environment.Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.Maintains clinical records on all patients/clients referred to social work.Provides information and referral services for Organization patients/clients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.Provides information to patients/clients or families/caregivers and community agencies.Serves as liaison between patients/clients or family/caregivers and community agencies.Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization agency personnel to support patient/client care.Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient/client and agency personnel.Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.Participates in discharge planning.Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/supervisor. Participates in In-Service education.Must enjoy driving around your community!QualificationsGraduate of a Master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Required.A minimum of one year experience in health care.Experience in a home health care, preferred.Has good oral and written communication skills; and has good organizational skills.Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.Speak, read, write, and comprehend English. Required.