Medical Social Worker, Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care•Harrisburg, PA

7d•$62 - $68•Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an energetic and experienced Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) for a per-diem opportunity making home health visits throughout Dauphin and Cumberland counties. The office serves clients on a per-visit basis. The Medical Social Worker is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care so clients can receive medical care at home. Prior home care experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

Must be licensed by the Pennsylvania Board of Social Work Examiners at the Master (LMSW) or Independent (LISW) level.
A Master’s degree in Social Work and at least 2 years of community-based experience.
Accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education, demonstrated by a school transcript or degree.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel to assigned cases.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience is preferred but not required.
Solid computer skills; prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
Help the care team understand social and emotional factors related to clients’ health problems.
Conduct clinical social evaluations and plan appropriate interventions based on evaluation findings.
Identify appropriate community-resource referrals to address clients’ and families’ practical and environmental needs.
Advocate for clients and families as they navigate community systems.
Participate, as appropriate, in developing the total plan of care with BAYADA’s multidisciplinary team of clinicians.
Develop and maintain contacts with public and private agencies as resources for patients.
Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other representatives about community resources to promote health, safety, well-being, and independent living.
Accurately document observations, interventions, evaluations, and services provided using a touch pad tablet.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement may be available.
Weekly pay and direct deposit may be available.
One-on-one training may be available.
Recognition programs may be available.
Referral bonuses may be available.
401(k) with company match may be available.
Training and scholarship opportunities.
Career advancement opportunities and specially designed career tracks.
Recognition and rewards for compassion, excellence, and reliability.
PPE supplies, comprehensive infection-prevention protocol, daily pre-screens, and close monitoring of the COVID-19 outbreak.