Hospice Medical Social Worker

Lorian Health; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Competitive salary

401(K) with match

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Lorian Health, a trusted home health provider serving the surrounding Sacramento area, is hiring a part-time Home Health MSW. You will assess patients' social, emotional, and environmental needs and connect them with community resources to support independence at home.

Collaborating with physicians, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team, you will help integrate social needs into Plan of Care, provide counseling to patients and families, and document findings in the health record in

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Master’s degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle (per Lorian requirements).
• Minimum of one year of recent Home Health or Hospice experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ social, emotional, and environmental needs and identify community resources, in-home support services, and other available assistance.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to incorporate social and emotional needs into the patient’s Plan of Care (POC).
• Provide counseling, education, and support to patients and families regarding social needs, community resources, advance directives, and available services.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and coordinate services to support patient well‑being and independence.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patients’ social and support needs to the care team and document relevant findings in the patient health record.
• Participate in discharge planning and care coordination to support a safe and effective transition from home health services.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic clinical documentation in accordance with Lorian policies, HIPAA, and applicable regulations, while participating in continuing education and in-service programs.

Skills

Counseling skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Electronic health record documentation

Community resource coordination

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

CSWE-accredited program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

For more than 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that enhances quality of life and helps individuals maintain their independence in the comfort of their own homes.

At Lorian, you'll find more than a job. You'll build a rewarding career with an organization that values collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. We foster a supportive culture where every team member is empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.

Location: Surrounding areas (Sacramento)

Preferred Availability: Monday–Friday, 10–20 hours per week, with rotating weekend coverage and on-call responsibilities

What We Offer:

• Mileage reimbursement

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • EAP

  • 401(K) with 4% match

• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities

• A collaborative, mission-driven team committed to delivering exceptional patient care

As a Home Health MSW, you will:

• Assess patients’ social, emotional, and environmental needs and identify appropriate community resources, in-home support services, and other available assistance.

• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to incorporate social and emotional needs into the patient’s Plan of Care (POC).

• Provide counseling, education, and support to patients and families/caregivers regarding social needs, community resources, advance directives, and available services.

• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and coordinate services to support patient well-being and independence.

• Monitor and communicate changes in patients’ social and support needs to the care team and document relevant findings in the patient health record.

• Participate in discharge planning and care coordination to support a safe and effective transition from home health services.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic clinical documentation in accordance with Lorian policies, HIPAA, and applicable regulations, while participating in continuing education and in-service programs.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school approved by the Council on Social Work Education.

• Master’s degree from a school accredited or approved by the council on Social Work Education.

• Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle (per Lorian requirements)

• Minimum of one (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience in a Home Health or Hospice Setting.

This position is based on a pay per visit compensation model. Pay per visit ranges from $45 to $47 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.