Hospice Social Worker MSW - Home Care Impact

Elara Caring; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Bereavement leave

Mileage reimbursement

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) in Mentor, OH to assess psychosocial and safety needs, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to coordinate services for patients in home care.

The role requires an active MSW license, CSWE-accredited degree, and 1+ year of healthcare social work experience, plus reliable transportation to patient homes.

Qualifications

• Current State License as a Social Worker
• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school
• 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Social work skills as defined by general social work standards
• Must be able to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including patient handling and equipment

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs
• Complete initial social work evaluations and reassess needs during follow-up visits
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs and physician orders
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and the care team
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and support services
• Counsel and educate patients and families to address social, emotional, and care-related needs
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and discharge planning
• Provide compassionate, high-quality social work services that support positive patient outcomes

Skills

Social work skills

Valid driver's license

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

MSW or Doctoral degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Doctoral Degree in Social Work

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) in Mentor, OH to assess psychosocial and safety needs, develop individualized care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team to coordinate services for patients in home care.

The role requires an active MSW license, CSWE-accredited degree, and 1+ year of healthcare social work experience, plus reliable transportation to patient homes.