Licensed Social Worker — Care Planning & Advocacy

Preferred Care Health Centers; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Care Health Centers in Bethesda, MD seeks a qualified Social Worker to oversee the Social Services Department, ensuring residents receive medically-related social services in compliance with regulations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, current Maryland licensure, and at least one year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting. Strong documentation and care coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work is required.
• Licensed in the State of Maryland.
• One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of the Social Services Department to meet residents’ needs.
• Identify medically-related social service needs and ensure services comply with regulations.
• Contribute to care plan goals and tailor interventions to resident abilities and preferences.
• Facilitate care plan meetings and advance directives discussions.
• Assist with discharge planning and linkage to community resources.
• Document social work actions accurately in resident records.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Preferred Care Health Centers in Bethesda, MD seeks a qualified Social Worker to oversee the Social Services Department, ensuring residents receive medically-related social services in compliance with regulations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social work, current Maryland licensure, and at least one year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting. Strong documentation and care coordination skills are essential.