ESRD Social Worker & Care Coordinator (Dialysis)

Brooklyn-Gardens-Nursing-Home-and-Rehabilitation-Cente; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Gardens Dialysis seeks a social worker to support ESRD/CKD patients and families, helping maintain meaningful lives within illness limits. The position requires an MSW with clinical focus, NYS licensure, and experience with dialysis patients.

You will conduct psycho-social assessments, assist with benefits (Medicare/Medicaid/Blue Cross), and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and community resources.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work with clinical practice specialization.
• Certification from the New York State Education Department.
• Must be licensed to practice social work in NY.
• Experience with dialysis patients is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social assessments and determine a treatment plan compatible with medical care.
• Assist patients with understanding and obtaining Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurances.
• Help patients and families access benefits and community resources.
• Participate in multidisciplinary conferences and care planning.
• Coordinate transfers and liaison with hospitals, dialysis centers, and nursing home partners.
• Utilize crisis intervention techniques as needed.

Skills

Psycho-social assessment

Care planning

Patient-family support

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MSW – Clinical Practice

NYSED licensure/certification

Job description

Brooklyn Gardens Dialysis seeks a social worker to support ESRD/CKD patients and families, helping maintain meaningful lives within illness limits. The position requires an MSW with clinical focus, NYS licensure, and experience with dialysis patients.

You will conduct psycho-social assessments, assist with benefits (Medicare/Medicaid/Blue Cross), and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and community resources.