Medical Social Worker

VNA Alliance•Meadville, OH

About The Position

VNA Alliance is hiring a full-time Medical Social Worker to provide essential medical social services as part of an interdisciplinary team. The role provides rehabilitative and supportive casework to help patients achieve optimal social and health adjustment, and collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and other team members to develop and update care plans. The position also supervises the treatment program of the social worker assistant, including reviewing and co-signing clinical visit notes as appropriate. The schedule is flexible. VNA Alliance is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a school of social work approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Reliable transportation for home visits.
Valid driver’s license and insurance as required by personnel policies.

Nice To Haves

State licensure is recommended.

Responsibilities

Provide rehabilitative and supportive casework to help patients achieve optimal social and health adjustment.
Assist patients and families in understanding and following medical recommendations.
Develop care plans collaboratively with physicians, patients, families, and team members, adjusting plans as needed based on patient conditions.
Facilitate access to community resources, acting as an intermediary when necessary.
Address personal and environmental challenges that hinder patients from maximizing the benefits of medical care, including counseling and assistance with admissions to care facilities.
Supervise the treatment program of the social worker assistant, reviewing and co-signing clinical visit notes as appropriate.