Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Jensen Beach & Stuart - The Roads Home Health•Jensen Beach, FL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Roads Home Health Care is seeking a Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide psychosocial assessment and support to patients and families throughout South Florida. In this role, you'll help patients and their loved ones navigate the emotional, practical, and financial challenges that come with illness or a life-changing diagnosis, connecting them with the resources they need to cope and thrive at home. Both full-time and per diem opportunities are available.

Requirements

Current, valid Florida clinical social worker license
Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited school of social work
Minimum one year of post-master's experience in a clinical setting
Current CPR/BCLS certification, current health certificate, and TB clearance
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance; ability to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Prior home health experience preferred
Bilingual candidates a plus

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive psychosocial assessments in patients' homes
Obtain and communicate physician orders for certification and recertification of medical social work services
Coordinate care planning with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team
Educate patients and families on available resources and coping strategies
Deliver social work interventions appropriate to each patient's needs and clinical status
Identify safety, environmental, and mobility risks in the home and recommend interventions
Connect patients and families with community resources to support optimal outcomes
Support transfer and discharge planning in accordance with agency policy
Complete timely, accurate documentation and participate in interdisciplinary team conferences
Supervise social work assistants and support the team in delivering coordinated patient care