Home Health Social Worker (LCSW)

Elara Caring•Lafayette, IN

66d•Remote

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Every day, our teams provide high-quality home health care services to more than 60,000 patients in the setting they prefer. Wherever our patients are on their health journey, our mission is simple: to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that improves quality of life. As a Home Health Social Worker (LCSW), you will play a vital role in supporting patients and families by addressing the psychosocial, emotional, financial, and environmental factors that impact health and recovery. Working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will help patients navigate challenges, access community resources, and ensure continuity of care in the home setting.

Requirements

Master’s Degree (MSW) or Doctorate in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program
Current State Social Worker License – LCSW required
1+ year of healthcare social work experience (home health, hospice, hospital, or medical setting preferred)
Experience with psychosocial assessments, care planning, and patient counseling
Knowledge of Medicare guidelines, home health regulations, and interdisciplinary care coordination
Strong communication, documentation, and patient advocacy skills
Ability to work independently in a field-based healthcare role
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
Willingness to travel within the service area (approximately 50% travel)
Ability to lift, push, pull, or support up to 50 pounds when assisting patients or equipment

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients’ emotional, social, financial, and environmental needs.
Complete the initial social work evaluation and ongoing reassessments for home health patients.
Collaborate with registered nurses (RNs), physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care.
Identify and address social determinants of health that may impact patient outcomes.
Assist with care coordination, discharge planning, and patient advocacy.
Connect patients and families with community resources, support services, and financial assistance programs.
Provide patient and family counseling, education, and crisis intervention when appropriate.
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the home health Plan of Care.
Ensure documentation meets Medicare, regulatory, and agency compliance standards.
Communicate significant findings or safety concerns to the care team and appropriate leadership.
Promote patient safety, independence, and quality of life within the home environment.