Alternate Solutions Health Network
Location
Chillicothe, Ohio
Provide patients with access to community resources and ensure their medical, emotional, and safety needs are met. Participate in developing Plans of Care and counsel patients and families regarding coping and grief.
Requires a Master's degree in Social Work and a current state license. Must have at least one year of experience as an MSW in an acute care setting and a valid driver's license.
The Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides skilled social work services under physician direction and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. This role is responsible for assessing patient needs, connecting patients and families with community resources, providing counseling and support, and helping patients overcome barriers to care. The MSW serves as a patient advocate while ensuring documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with agency policies and Medicare/Federal regulations. Key Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Care Planning Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient needs, strengths, and barriers to care. Participate in the development and implementation of individualized plans of care. Monitor patient status and communicate changes or concerns to the appropriate members of the care team. Assist in identifying solutions that support positive patient outcomes. Resource Coordination & Advocacy Connect patients and families with community resources and support services. Assist with financial aid applications, benefit programs, and long-term planning needs. Advocate for patients to ensure their medical, emotional, social, and safety needs are addressed. Help patients access services that promote independence and quality of life. Patient & Family Support Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and caregivers. Assist families with coping strategies related to illness, life transitions, loss, and grief. Educate patients and caregivers about available resources and support systems. Foster positive communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers. Documentation & Compliance Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and Medicare/Federal guidelines. Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and professional standards. Document assessments, interventions, patient progress, and care coordination activities. Professional Responsibilities Attend mandatory meetings, trainings, and continuing education programs. Maintain effective communication with supervisors and scheduling staff regarding availability and schedule changes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support quality patient care. Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Current Medical Social Worker (MSW) license in the state of employment. Limited licenses are not acceptable. Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited program. Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Medical Social Worker in an acute care setting. Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance. Ability to travel throughout assigned service areas. Preferred Previous home health or home care experience. Skills & Attributes Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong counseling and advocacy abilities Knowledge of community resources and social service programs Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy Physical Requirements Ability to travel to patient homes and community locations as needed. Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with home health visits. Frequent driving throughout assigned service areas. Ability to utilize electronic documentation systems and mobile technology. Join Our Team If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support patients and families through life's most important moments while working with a compassionate and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply today. We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family and are committed to delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve. #INDADE1 We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today! This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. ASHN will never ask, nor require a candidate to provide money for work equipment and network access during the application process. If you become aware of any instances where you as a candidate are asked to provide information and do not believe it is a legitimate request from Humana or affiliate, please contact jennifer.sanchez@ashealthnet.com to validate the request Alternate Solutions Health Network collaborates with health systems in joint venture partnerships to create a post-acute care solution to deliver efficient centralized operations that is patient focused. Our company has been dedicated, since the very beginning, to transforming the quality of care for our team and our patients.
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