Medical Social Worker MSW Home Health (PRN)

Empath Health

79d • Remote

About The Position

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker MSW Home Health (PRN) to provide medical social services for patients in their homes throughout the North Sarasota and surrounding area. In this PRN role, you’ll deliver individualized care, build trusted patient relationships, and help people manage their health with dignity and independence. Empath’s Home Health service line provides skilled nursing, therapy, and personal care services that help people recover and maintain independence at home. Part of Empath Health’s not-for-profit network, the program serves patients across 16 Florida counties and is accredited by the Joint Commission and the Accreditation Commission for Health Care.

Requirements

• Active Florida LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or RCSWI (Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern) license required
• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of social work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Home Health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patient’s psychosocial and emotional status to identify problems that may affect the patient’s health status.
• Assist physician and home health care team members in evaluating patient’s social, emotional, and economical status, and identify community resources and other possible resources that can aid the patient and family in treating and coping with identified problems and issues.
• Asses psychosocial and emotional status and initiate physician notification and appropriate follow up referrals if needed for further assessment for possible placement in an inpatient psychiatric facility. Update Agency Clinical Coordinator of patient status.
• Set realistic goals for the patient and incorporate the goals in the plan of care.
• Provide counseling or intervention to patient according to the plan of care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees