Licensed Medical Social Worker

Marquis Home Care; Town of Fulton (NY); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marquis Home Care is seeking a Licensed Medical Social Worker (LMSW) to provide psychosocial assessments, care coordination, and supportive counseling for patients in Fulton and Montgomery counties, NY, served by Marquis CHHA. The role involves in-home visits or virtual sessions, care planning with an interdisciplinary team, and advocacy for patient access to benefits and community resources.

Minimum qualifications include an MSW, NY LMSW license, and completion of the mandated reporter course.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Current, unencumbered New York State LMSW license is required.
• Completion of NYS Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Course is required.
• Ability to work with diverse and rural home care populations is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct psychosocial assessments addressing medical, mental health, housing, and financial needs.
• Perform assessments in person or via virtual platform; some follow-up may be by phone.
• Develop and implement individualized care and discharge plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide crisis intervention, grief counseling, and emotional support to patients and families.
• Coordinate referrals to local resources (DSS, mental health services, home care, transportation, substance use programs).
• Advocate for patient access to healthcare services, insurance benefits, and community supports.
• Assist with safe discharge planning, including placement in rehab, SNF, or home-based care.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with NYS regulations.
• Participate in case conferences, rounds, and care coordination meetings.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, resources, and long-term care options.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Cultural competence

Ethical decision-making

Educación

MSW

New York State LMSW License

Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Course

Descripción del empleo

POSITION DESCRIPTION

LICENSED MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER—Marquis Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA)

Licensed Medical Social Worker (LMSW)

Fulton & Montgomery Counties, NY – Job Description

The Licensed Medical Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, care coordination, and supportive counseling to patients and families in healthcare and community-based settings. This role supports individuals empaneled to the CHHA for skilled services (Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Speech Therapy) throughout Fulton and Montgomery counties. Patients reside in their homes or in an Assisted Living Facility/Program and are considered to be in a homebound status.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments addressing medical, mental health, housing, and financial needs
• Must be done in person or via virtual platform; some follow up appointments may be done via phone call
• Develop and implement individualized care and discharge plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare team within the CHHA
• Provide crisis intervention, grief counseling, and emotional support to patients and families
• Coordinate referrals to local resources (e.g., DSS, mental health services, home care, transportation, substance use programs)
• Advocate for patient access to healthcare services, insurance benefits, and community supports
• Assist with safe discharge planning, including placement in rehab, skilled nursing, or home-based care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with NYS regulations and agency policies
• Participate in case conferences, multidisciplinary rounds, and care coordination meetings
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, resources, and long-term care options

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Current unencumbered New York State LMSW License
• Completion of required NYS training—Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Course
• Ability to work with diverse and rural patient populations; Ability to work in diverse and rural home care settings

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ year experience in healthcare, hospital, or community-based setting
• Knowledge of local county systems (Medicaid, DSS, OMH services)
• Experience with discharge planning and care coordination
• Ability to work in a team setting and work toward mutual goals for the betterment of patients
• Bilingual (Spanish or other languages common in the region)

Key Skills

• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Crisis management and problem-solving
• Knowledge of healthcare systems and community resources
• Cultural competence and ethical decision-making