Medical Social Worker
About The Position
Inspired by nurses, Boost Home Healthcare makes it easier for patients to focus on recovery and wellness by personalizing and coordinating care. As a member of our team, you’ll play a key role in providing quality home healthcare, where patients are able to remain independent at their place of residence in the healthiest and happiest state of being possible. A Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides social work services to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services/Nursing Supervisor. Services are furnished by a qualified social work assistant under the supervision of a qualified social worker. Why join our team: Treated with respect and dignity Ongoing training and development opportunities Supported in the field Flexible scheduling Travel time reimbursement Competitive salary
Requirements
- A passion to serve and help others live their best lives possible.
- A Master’s or Doctoral Degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Two (2) years of Social Work experience in a Home Health setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality services by assessing patient/family system needs .
- Develop and implement treatment plans in accordance with departmental and medical center policies.
- Perform a bio-psychological assessment interview with a patient, family, or significant other according to department policy and standards.
- Provide appropriate crisis intervention/treatment to adults, children, and families in emergency situations including assessment, counseling, information/referral, and providing consultation to physicians and the healthcare team.
- Participate in the development of the Plan of Care and prepare clinical and progress notes.
- Submit assessments and notes in a timely manner.
- Provide a professional interpretation of a patient's condition and recommend appropriate psycho-social intervention and/or treatment plan.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
