Licensed Master Social Worker LCSW Home Health PRN

Company Bon Secours Home Care and Hospice by Compassus Position Summary The Home Health Licensed Master Social Worker (LCSW) provides preventive, educational, evaluative, and treatment services to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, helping them improve, restore, and maintain their maximum level of coping. They utilize community resources and the interdisciplinary team to aid in this process. Position Specific Responsibilities Communicates identified needs and potential solutions to the clinical team and supervisor. Functions as an interdisciplinary team (IDT) member and attends and participates in staff meetings, educational programs, and community events, as requested. Completes psychosocial assessment on each assigned patient, as indicated by corporate policy, and documents findings in a timely manner. Completes Support Services Assessment, as appropriate. Reviews and explains home health services, as appropriate, to patient's financial classification. Develops and updates care plans. Monitors hospitalizations and Medicare Part A admissions. Provides direct social work services. Obtains physician's order for Home Health Social Services. Facilitates placements and monitors patient’s adjustment. Coordinates caregiving issues. Facilitates discharge planning. Explains and assists with advance directives. Addresses financial concerns and completes financial assessment. Contacts community agencies, as appropriate. Initiates Medicaid spend down. Assesses appropriateness for Special Concern supplies. Evaluates insurance concerns. Develops and utilizes community resources. Develops and maintains working relationships with community agencies, i.e., long term care facilities, DFS, hospitals, social security office, V.A., etc. Utilizes available community resources to meet family needs. Provides education and in-services to contract agencies, as appropriate. Provides counseling to patient and family. Collaborates with and provides information to home health interdisciplinary team related to counseling issues. Provides crisis intervention to patient/family. Refers to community counseling agencies, as indicated. Performs other duties as assigned. Education And/or Experience Master of Science in Social Work required. At least one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting required. State Specific Requirements Florida: Licensure required to be titled "social worker" or practice social work; LBSW or LCSW. At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Benefits Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter. Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development. Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care. Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being. Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication. A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compassus