Medical Social Worker

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$50-$70 per visit plus mileage paid

1:1 social worker-to-patient ratios

Flexible assignments

Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University

401K matching

Job summary

A leading home healthcare provider in Lexington, Massachusetts is seeking a Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide in-home social services to patients facing health challenges. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work, an active MSW license, and experience in home healthcare. Responsibilities include monitoring patients' psychosocial conditions, conducting assessments, and providing counseling. This role offers competitive per-visit pay and the opportunity to work within a supportive team focused on improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active MSW license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of one year of social work experience, ideally in home healthcare.
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based social services to patients dealing with mental health issues.
• Monitor a patient’s psychosocial condition and identify needs.
• Conduct patient assessments and document progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Empathy

Resourcefulness

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Middlesex County

Discover a new lane in social work that brings hope to patients enduring difficult health issues. As a Home Health MSW for Interim HealthCare®, you’ll visit patients and families in their homes and connect them to the resources, counseling and support they need to rise above their challenges and live their best.

Interim HealthCare®, the nation’s first home care company, is looking for Home Health MSWs to join our team. It’s an opportunity to advocate for others in meaningful ways that improve their lives and bring strength amid their struggles. If that resonates with your heart, you are made for this!

Benefits

• $50-$70 per Visit plus Mileage paid
• 1:1 social worker-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible assignments, autonomy and work-life balance
• Online training, growth and ability to earn CEUs
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen UniversityPart time with 401K matching, sick time accrued

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based social services to patients dealing with depression, anxiety, poor nutrition or a lack of resources that make managing their injury or disease difficult
• Work as part of a home health team which may include an RN, LPN, CNA, HHA, PT, OT or SLP, focused on the patient’s plan of care and individual goals
• Monitor a patient’s psychosocial condition and identify social and emotional needs
• Conduct patient assessments, document progress and ensure patient is moving toward goals
• Provide counseling, community resource planning, crisis intervention and advocacy
• Consult with family and caregivers on patient’s plan of care and how to help them progress

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work and active MSW license in Massachusetts
• Minimum of one years of social work experience, ideally in home healthcare
• CPR certification
• Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills, good communicator, empathetic, compassionate and resourceful

About Interim HealthCare

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Medical Social Workers (MSWs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates social workers, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of MSWs who are making a significant impact in the lives of others through the home-based, social services they provide.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.