Hospice LMSW: Compassionate Medical Social Work at Home

Jobtome; Rainbow City (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

Amedisys, part of Optum, is hiring a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support and care coordination for patients in home settings. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with resources, counsel families, and promote safe, effective transitions.

Requirements include a Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work, active LMSW/LCSW licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year in healthcare social work, with compliance to state/federal rules.

Qualifications

• Masters and/or Doctorate degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Active licensure as LMSW or LCSW.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least one year of health care social work experience.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for home-based patients and families.
• Address emotional, social, financial, and environmental factors affecting health and recovery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to connect patients with community resources.
• Provide counseling and promote optimal outcomes in the home setting.
• Assist patients and families with health-related financial and coping concerns.
• Perform care planning, transfer, and discharge functions.
• Identify risks in the patient environment and coordinate timely interventions.

Skills

Licensure in LMSW or LCSW

Driver's License

CPR certification

Social work experience

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Social Work

Job description

Amedisys, part of Optum, is hiring a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support and care coordination for patients in home settings. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with resources, counsel families, and promote safe, effective transitions.

Requirements include a Master’s or Doctorate in Social Work, active LMSW/LCSW licensure, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and at least one year in healthcare social work, with compliance to state/federal rules.