Clinical Social Worker - Elder Care & Home Visits

Cynet Health; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Colorado seeks a Social Worker to support patients and families in a rural community. This role involves home visits and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life and access to resources.

You will educate families, advocate for patient goals, and coordinate care with nurses, physicians, and care staff. A valid social work license and at least two years of healthcare experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years healthcare social work experience.
• Relevant social work license required.
• Experience working with the elderly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Care in patients' home settings with interdisciplinary team involvement.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and families, providing education and resources.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team (nurses, physicians, social workers, CNAs).
• See patients and families in their personal living environments.
• Support goals and wishes of each person and provide community resources.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Home visit capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Cynet Health in Colorado seeks a Social Worker to support patients and families in a rural community. This role involves home visits and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life and access to resources.

You will educate families, advocate for patient goals, and coordinate care with nurses, physicians, and care staff. A valid social work license and at least two years of healthcare experience are required.