Home Health Licensed Social Worker MSW Part Time PRN

Aveanna Healthcare; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker to enhance their home health care team. This role involves evaluating and coordinating social work services, developing care plans, and ensuring effective communication with clients and their families. The position offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact on the lives of patients. With a focus on collaboration and client-centered care, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about social work and patient advocacy. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to improving health outcomes in the community.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Health, Dental and Vision Benefits

Tuition Discounts and Reimbursement

PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Current state license as required by state law and regulation.
• Minimum of at least one year medical social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and coordinate social work services for patients and families.
• Develop and implement care plans based on client needs and physician input.
• Maintain accurate client data and ensure effective home care service coordination.

Skills

Social Work

Patient Care Coordination

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Position Overview

Aveanna Healthcare has grown tremendously during the past year through a series of exciting acquisitions and we are currently looking for a Licensed Master Social Worker to join our dynamic home health care team. In this position, you will be responsible and accountable for the evaluation, coordination, and administration of social work services to patients and families.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist the client in the ability to understand the significant social and emotional factors related to their health problems.
2. Assist in the development of a plan of care based on clinical diagnosis, client and physician input that includes medical and social interventions and measurable goals or outcomes.
3. Arrange to have plans of care implemented by providing linkage to community medical and health resources.
4. Routinely review client progress to determine the effectiveness of services in reaching maximum rehab potential.
5. Ensure use of appropriate medical, social, diagnostic, and psychological terminology.
6. Investigate and take appropriate actions on client or employee concerns/complaints.
7. Instruct clients, family members, and primary care givers as needed to ensure the optimal functioning level for each client.
8. Coordinate agency services by ensuring that other agency caregivers are properly oriented and trained to meet the client’s needs in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
9. Ensure effective coordination of client home care services through the timely completion of required documentation as well as the timely transfer of pertinent medical data to the client’s physician, therapists, or other caregivers.
10. Provide input to the Medicare Director regarding the need for formulation or modification of agency policies, procedures, and practices pertaining to client services.
11. Maintain accurate and comprehensive client data.
12. Initiate and participate in meetings to develop service plans for agency clients.
13. Follow policies and procedures and conform to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations, and state laws.

Aveanna Healthcare Offers:

• 401(k) with match
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits for employees at 30+ hours
• Tuition Discounts and Reimbursement
• PTO, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays

Requirements:

1. Current state license as required by state law and regulation
2. Master’s degree in Social Work
3. Minimum of at least one year medical social work experience