In-Home Medical Social Worker – Patient & Family Support

Ashealthnet; Kettering (OH); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Home Care in Kettering, OH is seeking a Medical Social Worker I to connect patients with community resources and ensure medical, emotional, and safety needs are met. You will assess needs, participate in the plan of care, and advocate for patients and families.

A Master of Social Work and an active Ohio license are required, with at least one year of MSW experience. The role involves driving to patient locations, documenting within 24 hours, and collaborating with physicians, nursing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• Current Licensed Social Worker license in Ohio.
• Minimum of one year of Medical Social Work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and identify barriers to care.
• Develop and monitor the plan of care with the team.
• Educate patients and families about resources and home health services.
• Coordinate with physicians and nurses to update care plans.
• Complete all charting within agency and Medicare guidelines.
• Maintain license and participate in on-call and meetings.

Skills

Medical Social Work

Communication skills

Empathy

Detail-oriented

Time management

PDA/documentation

Education

Master of Social Work

Licensed Social Worker in Ohio

Tools

PDA documentation

Job description

Kettering Home Care in Kettering, OH is seeking a Medical Social Worker I to connect patients with community resources and ensure medical, emotional, and safety needs are met. You will assess needs, participate in the plan of care, and advocate for patients and families.

A Master of Social Work and an active Ohio license are required, with at least one year of MSW experience. The role involves driving to patient locations, documenting within 24 hours, and collaborating with physicians, nursing