Medical Social Worker, Home Health

BAYADA Home Health Care • Livingston, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an energetic and experienced Licensed Medical Social Worker, MSW, for a per diem opportunity performing home health visits. This role involves providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to clients, enabling them to receive necessary medical care while remaining at home. The Medical Social Worker will be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Prior home care experience preferred.
• Home care experience a plus.
• Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Making home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Assisting the team in understanding the social and emotional factors related to clients' health problems.
• Providing clinical social evaluations and planning appropriate interventions.
• Identifying appropriate community resource referrals for clients and families.
• Acting as an advocate for clients and families to navigate community systems.
• Participating in the development of the total plan of care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Developing and maintaining contracts with public and private agencies as patient resources.
• Educating and instructing patients, family members, or other representatives in community resources to promote health, safety, well-being, and independent living.
• Accurately documenting observations, interventions, and evaluations using a state-of-the-art touchpad tablet.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• One-on-one training
• Recognition programs
• Referral bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training and scholarship opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level