Compassionate Hospice Medical Social Worker MSW

Elara Caring; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance, dental, vision (incl

Pet insurance

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our team in Toledo, OH. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safe discharge and continuity of care.

The role requires an MSW degree (CSWE-accredited) and a current Social Worker license, with 1+ year healthcare experience. Travel between patient homes is expected, with a comprehensive benefits package and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current State License as a Social Worker
• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from an CSWE-accredited school
• 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Social work skills as defined as general social work standards
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and work locations

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs
• Complete initial social work evaluations and reassess patient needs during follow-up visits
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician orders
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and the care team
• Connect patients and families with community resources and support services
• Counsel and educate patients and families to address social, emotional, and care-related needs
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and discharge planning
• Provide compassionate social work services that support positive patient outcomes

Skills

Social work skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Social Work

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our team in Toledo, OH. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure safe discharge and continuity of care.

The role requires an MSW degree (CSWE-accredited) and a current Social Worker license, with 1+ year healthcare experience. Travel between patient homes is expected, with a comprehensive benefits package and tuition reimbursement.