Hospice MSW Leader: Impactful Patient & Family Care

Elara; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring seeks a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our team delivering compassionate, person-centered care in patients' homes. You will assess psychosocial needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with physicians and the care team to support safe discharge planning.

With a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work and an active state license, you will educate patients and families, connect them with community resources, and guide coping strategies while upholding our high standards of

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited school
• Current state social work license required
• 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and travel to patient homes

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs
• Complete initial social work evaluations and reassess during follow-ups
• Develop and update individualized care plans
• Communicate changes to physicians and care team
• Connect patients and families with community resources and support services
• Counsel and educate patients and families on social and care-related needs
• Coordinate with the care team for continuity of care and discharge planning
• Provide compassionate, high-quality social work services

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Patient counseling

Healthcare communication

Education

MSW degree

Licensed Social Worker

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Care management software

Job description

Elara Caring seeks a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our team delivering compassionate, person-centered care in patients' homes. You will assess psychosocial needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with physicians and the care team to support safe discharge planning.

With a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work and an active state license, you will educate patients and families, connect them with community resources, and guide coping strategies while upholding our high standards of