Medical Social Worker

Palms-Home-Care; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Palms-Home-Care is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support home health patients and their families by addressing psychosocial, emotional, and resource needs. This role emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and effective care coordination in a home health setting.

The successful candidate will hold an MSW, have an active Florida license (LMSW/LCSW preferred), and demonstrate strong knowledge of community resources, with experience in home health or healthcare.

Qualifications

• MSW required with Florida licensure or eligibility.
• Active Florida license (LMSW/LCSW preferred).
• Home health or healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient psychosocial and environmental needs
• Assist with discharge planning and long-term care arrangements
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families
• Connect patients with community resources and financial assistance programs
• Complete required documentation per Medicare/home health standards
• Participate in care coordination with interdisciplinary team

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Care coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support home health patients and their families by addressing psychosocial, emotional, and resource needs. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. Come join an amazing agency that values their employees.

Responsibilities:

• Assess patient psychosocial and environmental needs
• Assist with discharge planning and long-term care arrangements
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families
• Connect patients with community resources and financial assistance programs
• Complete required documentation per Medicare/home health standards
• Participate in care coordination with interdisciplinary team

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Florida license (LMSW/LCSW preferred)
• Home health or healthcare experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of community resources
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

This role requires a Level 2 background screening in compliance with Florida AHCA regulations prior to employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/