In-Home Geriatric Social Worker - Flexible Schedule

21st Century Home Health Services; Petaluma (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

401K with matching

FSAs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

21st Century Home Health Services is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to visit patients in their homes across Sonoma County and surrounding areas. The MSW will assess social and emotional needs, educate families, and coordinate with the care team to integrate services for optimal patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, is prepared to pursue LCSW, and can navigate local resources to support geriatric patients and their caregivers.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Driver license and automobile insurance are required.
• LCSW license is highly preferred; supervision provided to license-eligible social workers.
• One year of MSW experience in health care is preferred; home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the general direction of the Case Manager, the Social Worker assesses social and emotional factors related to the patient’s illness, and medical and nursing needs in the home.
• Develops and implements a plan for home social work services, including education of patients, families and caregivers.
• Coordinates with other home health staff and community resources to provide an efficient integration of care.

Skills

Local resources knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

MSW degree

LCSW license preferred

Job description

21st Century Home Health Services is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to visit patients in their homes across Sonoma County and surrounding areas. The MSW will assess social and emotional needs, educate families, and coordinate with the care team to integrate services for optimal patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, is prepared to pursue LCSW, and can navigate local resources to support geriatric patients and their caregivers.