Licensed Medical Social Worker PRN Home Health

Friendship Village; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Friendship Village in Missouri is seeking a licensed Medical Social Worker for Home Health. The role provides medical social services to patients and families per the Plan of Care within our Life Plan Community.

The ideal candidate holds an LMSW credential with an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, and has at least one year of healthcare social work experience. Home Health or Hospice experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold LMSW credential and MSW degree from CSWE-accredited program.
• Pass the ASWB Master’s-level exam and meet Missouri licensing requirements.
• Minimum of one year of social work experience in healthcare.
• Home Health or Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social services per the Plan of Care.
• Promote mission, vision, and values of Friendship Village.
• Foster an environment honoring resident/patient preferences.
• Maintain professional relationships with team, patients, and families.
• Communicate effectively and follow instructions in English.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Education

MSW degree (CSWE accredited)

LMSW credential

ASWB Master’s exam

Missouri licensure

Job description

PRN Hours

Who Are We:

Friendship Village, a premier Life Plan Community located in St. Louis, is looking for qualified individuals to join our team. Great working conditions, wonderful residents, and caring, dedicated staff are just a few benefits of a senior living career with us. If you love providing exceptional resident care and are interested in serving the needs of a growing community of active-minded senior adults, please consider a job in our thriving community.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a candidate with a strong positive attitude toward customer service to act as a Social Worker for Home Health. The right candidate will always strive to do the best job possible, to be creative, and to work towards accomplishing facility goals.

Position Summary:

The Medical Social Worker provides medical social services to the patient and/or family according to the Plan of Care. Performs all assignments with honesty, integrity, and care that promotes the mission, vision, and values of Friendship Village.

Education and Experience:

At a minimum, a home health medical social worker must hold a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential issued by the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers. This requires a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and a passing score on the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Master’s-level exam. Federal Conditions of Participation (42 CFR § 484.115(m)) also require at least one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

• Home Health or Hospice experience preferred.

• Fosters an environment honoring resident/patient preferences and choices.

• Exhibits well-developed communication skills. Can professionally receive and follow oral instructions in English. Able to understand and use simple math.

• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, and have flexibility and professionalism.

• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status. Friendship Village fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will not discriminate against any applicant because of a person’s mental or physical disability. If you have a disability and would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or need assistance completing the application process, please call Ricki 314-270-7868.

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