The Medical Social Worker evaluates patients' health and psychological factors to create and implement personalized care plans. They collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to provide counseling and facilitate improved coping and medical compliance for patients.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited institution. At least one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting is required.
postgraduate degreeCase ManagementCare Plan DevelopmentCrisis InterventionClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EvaluationPsychological AssessmentPatient CounselingBrief TherapyLong Term Planning
Job description
Per Diem Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW) Location
San
Francisco,
Daly
City,
Millbrae,
Brisbane
About Us: For many years, ABL Health Care have been trusted providers of home healthcare, dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, and support for both patients and their families - ensuring they receive appropriate care at every stage of their journey. We are currently seeking a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented individual to join our Home Health team as a Full Time Medical Social Worker (MSW) in San Francisco, Daly City, Millbrae, Brisbane. At ABL Health Care, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is highly valued. As an Medical Social Worker (MSW), you will have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about providing quality care, possess strong organizational skills, and thrive in a collaborative setting, ABL Health Care is the place for you.
Position
Overview: We are seeking an experienced, self-driven Full Time Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our dedicated Home Health team and provide exceptional care throughout the region. As an Medical Social Worker (MSW), you will evaluate patients' health, create and implement care plans, and track their progress to maintain the highest standards of care. You'll be working closely with our Clinical Director and Clinical Staff, providing support both remotely and independently in the field.
Why
Join
ABL
Health
Care as a
Medical
Social
Worker (MSW): Our dedicated back office of Licensed and experienced clinicians is here to support you while you're in the field. Whether you need assistance with a new situation, help communicating with a patient if you're running late, or someone to call in lab results, you'll always have reliable support when you're part of our team. We provide industry-leading tools to streamline your daily operations.
Competitive compensation, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and more. (Stipend For Full-Time Positions Only for health insurance) We also have Health Insurance options for Part-Time team members Bonuses based on quality metrics (NOT measured on volume of visits). Option for a company vehicle(based on availability for Full Time only). Company devices provided for ease of record-keeping, communication, and collaboration.
Qualifications
Must have a Masters Degree from a Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. One (1) year of Social Work experience in a health care setting. Must be able to function in an independent fashion and have considerable maturity of judgment.
Duties
Communicates significant information regarding patients with other members of a health care team and makes necessary recommendations and suggestions to improve the Plan of Care. Collaborates with the physician and other members of the health team to develop a Plan of Care. Assessment of psychological, emotional and/or economical factors affecting patient’s limitations and potential for and/or lack of improvement Initial evaluation visit, interim evaluations (as deemed necessary) and discharge evaluation from Social Services are required documentation Assessment of patients needs for long term care including home and family situation, exploring alternatives to in home care arrangement for placement Counsel patient, caregiver regarding long term planning and decision-making. Clinical notes should be written each visit and include progress, or lack of, specific plans, goals, anticipated length of service, referrals made and follow up on referrals Identify high risk indicators, potentially endangering patients and provide intervention, report situation to Case Managers and proper authorities Provide brief therapy to facilitate improved coping, adjustment, management, and compliance to medical regimen Attends staff meetings, participates in in-services, case conferences and Quality Assurance Performance Improvement activity as required Prepares clerical and progress notes and submits them in a timely manner to the office This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills that may be required of the employee. It does not establish a contract of employment, either expressed or implied, except for an "at-will" employment relationship.
